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R218 VSE

1998 Proton Persona Compact Gli

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,271 mi
Last recorded56,271 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2007
Typical for 1998 Proton Persona Compact Gli68,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR218 VSE
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact Gli
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2007 56,271 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 56,271 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

radiator core in poor condition

Pass 13 Jun 2006 49,922 miles

oil leak

How Reliable is the Proton Persona Compact Gli?

Based on 1,110 MOT tests across 251 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
5,835
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
251
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 121
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 117
Brake pipe excessively corroded 96
position lamp(s) not working 70
Registration plate lamp not working 66
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R218 VSE is a 1998 Proton Persona Compact Gli in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Proton Persona Compact Gli models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 68,191 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Persona Compact Gli fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R218 VSE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Persona Compact Gli typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Proton Persona Compact Gli is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R218 VSE registered?

R218 VSE is a 1998 Proton Persona Compact Gli, first registered on 27 January 1998.

Is R218 VSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R218 VSE shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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