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R196 YRP

1997 Proton Persona Compact

Green Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

94,111 mi
Last recorded94,111 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2008
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona Compact64,887 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR196 YRP
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2008 94,111 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 85,810 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 85,737 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2006 76,329 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2006 76,329 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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R196 YRP is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact in Green with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 2,777 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R196 YRP, 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.

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What year was R196 YRP registered?

R196 YRP is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R196 YRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R196 YRP shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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