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P862 SMR

1996 Proton Persona Compact

Red Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

32,961 mi
Last recorded32,961 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2017
Typical for 1996 Proton Persona Compact70,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP862 SMR
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 5 Apr 2017 32,961 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 30,906 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 28,828 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 23,563 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 22,817 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 22,806 miles

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

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

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 22,019 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 21,147 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 20,067 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 18,871 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 17,867 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 17,867 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 26 Jul 2005 16,695 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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P862 SMR is a 1996 Proton Persona Compact in Red with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P862 SMR, 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 P862 SMR registered?

P862 SMR is a 1996 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is P862 SMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P862 SMR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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