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P824 YFV

1997 Proton Persona Compact

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

54,334 mi
Last recorded54,334 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2014
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona Compact64,887 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP824 YFV
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2014 54,334 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 54,334 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 51,222 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 48,219 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 45,835 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 45,829 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 May 2010 45,232 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 45,232 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 44,269 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 43,212 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 43,212 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2007 41,882 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 40,264 miles

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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P824 YFV is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 P824 YFV, 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

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What year was P824 YFV registered?

P824 YFV is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 5 June 1997.

Is P824 YFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P824 YFV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P824 YFV have outstanding finance?

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