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P782 PBM

1996 Proton Persona Compact

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,922 mi
Last recorded99,922 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2012
Typical for 1996 Proton Persona Compact70,421 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP782 PBM
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2012 99,922 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 6 Dec 2012 99,663 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jan 2009 99,341 miles

vehicle modified for competition use

Pass 31 Jan 2008 99,062 miles

vehicle modified for competition purposes

Pass 16 Feb 2006 98,555 miles

n/s/f wishbone front bush slightly worn

vehicle modified for race purposes

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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P782 PBM is a 1996 Proton Persona Compact in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Proton Persona Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 70,421 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 P782 PBM, 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 30 years old, this Proton Persona Compact is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P782 PBM registered?

P782 PBM is a 1996 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 18 December 1996.

Is P782 PBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P782 PBM shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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