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R239 UKX

1998 Proton Persona Compact Lsi

Maroon Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

161,635 mi
Last recorded161,635 miles
Recorded on22 May 2008
Typical for 1998 Proton Persona Compact Lsi63,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR239 UKX
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact Lsi
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2008 161,635 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 161,635 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 May 2007 152,980 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 143,725 miles
Fail 20 May 2006 143,692 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

How Reliable is the Proton Persona Compact Lsi?

Based on 1,753 MOT tests across 353 vehicles.

65.7%
Pass Rate
6,085
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
353
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 166
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 150
Brake pipe excessively corroded 121
Stop lamp not working 88
position lamp(s) not working 84
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R239 UKX is a 1998 Proton Persona Compact Lsi in Maroon with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Proton Persona Compact Lsi models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 63,158 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 R239 UKX, 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 28 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 R239 UKX registered?

R239 UKX is a 1998 Proton Persona Compact Lsi, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R239 UKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R239 UKX 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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