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R268 EHS

1997 Proton Persona Compact Glsi

Green Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

143,153 mi
Last recorded143,153 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2007
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona Compact Glsi70,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR268 EHS
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact Glsi
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Sep 2007 143,153 miles

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

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

suspention componets caroded

vehirkle under side caroded

Pass 15 Sep 2006 138,265 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 138,265 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Proton Persona Compact Glsi?

Based on 1,031 MOT tests across 231 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
6,000
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
231
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 94
Steering rack gaiter split 82
Registration plate lamp not working 63
position lamp(s) not working 62
Brake pipe excessively corroded 61
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R268 EHS is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact Glsi in Green with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1997 Proton Persona Compact Glsi models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 70,247 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 Glsi fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R268 EHS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Persona Compact Glsi typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Proton Persona Compact Glsi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R268 EHS registered?

R268 EHS is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact Glsi, first registered on 22 September 1997.

Is R268 EHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R268 EHS shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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