MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
104,217 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
major oil leak
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Oil leak
Oil leaking. poss geaarbox output seals
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
How Reliable is the Proton Persona Compact Lsi?
Based on 1,753 MOT tests across 353 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R156 YFL is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact Lsi in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1997 Proton Persona Compact Lsi models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 72,998 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Proton Persona Compact Lsi fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 166 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R156 YFL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Proton Persona Compact Lsi typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Proton Persona Compact Lsi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R156 YFL registered?
R156 YFL is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact Lsi, first registered on 29 August 1997.
Is R156 YFL safe to buy?
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