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P977 DHN

1997 Proton Compact

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,941 mi
Last recorded41,941 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Proton Compact64,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP977 DHN
MakeProton
ModelCompact
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 41,941 miles

Front Oil leak Slight oil leak from sump gasket ()

Pass 19 May 2016 41,483 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 40,763 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 May 2014 40,097 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2013 39,418 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 38,867 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 38,414 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 37,823 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2010 37,823 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 37,253 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 23 Apr 2009 37,227 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 36,551 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 35,985 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 35,264 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Compact?

Based on 17,101 MOT tests across 2,067 vehicles.

65.0%
Pass Rate
4,368
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
2,067
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 1,657
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,136
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 749
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 744
Brake pipe excessively corroded 701
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P977 DHN is a 1997 Proton Compact in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Proton Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.4% with a typical mileage of 64,857 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Compact fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 1,657 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P977 DHN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was P977 DHN registered?

P977 DHN is a 1997 Proton Compact, first registered on 23 May 1997.

Is P977 DHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P977 DHN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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