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P62 RUR

1997 Proton Persona Compact

Yellow Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Proton Persona Compact64,887 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP62 RUR
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2023
Pass 20 Sep 2021
Pass 17 Apr 2013
Fail 16 Apr 2013

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2012
Pass 4 Mar 2011 14,553 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

covers fited under vehicle floor.

Pass 13 Nov 2008 1,455 miles

Rally conversion, no passenger seats fitted at time of test

Pass 29 Oct 2007 1,173 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 8,688 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 8,688 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Proton Persona Compact?

Based on 30,558 MOT tests across 3,950 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
3,958
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
3,950
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 2,777
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,896
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,449
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,267
Stop lamp not working 1,120
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P62 RUR is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact in Yellow with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Proton Persona Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 64,887 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Persona Compact fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 2,777 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P62 RUR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Persona Compact typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Proton Persona Compact is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P62 RUR?

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What year was P62 RUR registered?

P62 RUR is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 31 January 1997.

Is P62 RUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P62 RUR shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P62 RUR have outstanding finance?

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