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R207 XUD

1998 Proton Persona Compact

Red Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

86,572 mi
Last recorded86,572 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2011
Typical for 1998 Proton Persona Compact60,900 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR207 XUD
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 20 Sep 2011 86,572 miles

Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Power steering ram(s) has excessive free play between ball-pin and valve and separation is likely (2.3.5)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Power steering ram(s) has excessive free play between ball-pin and valve and separation is likely (2.3.5)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 78,133 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 78,133 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

bonnet secondary catch seized

Pass 9 Sep 2009 66,086 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 59,567 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 50,917 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 42,156 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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R207 XUD is a 1998 Proton Persona Compact in Red with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Proton Persona Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 60,900 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 R207 XUD, 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 28 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 R207 XUD registered?

R207 XUD is a 1998 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 6 May 1998.

Is R207 XUD safe to buy?

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