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R358 FAE

1997 Proton Persona Compact

Green Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

65,363 mi
Last recorded65,363 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2012
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona Compact64,887 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR358 FAE
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2012 65,363 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

front exhaust in poor condition

s r s light flashing

Fail 19 Sep 2012 65,363 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

front exhaust in poor condition

rear wiper rubber torn

s r s light flashing

battery insecure

Pass 20 Sep 2011 63,596 miles

Battery insecure

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside door mirror damaged

nearside front indicator lens condensation

nearside front mud flap missing

nearside rear tyre worn on edge of tread

rear wiper deteriorated and not in correct park position

Pass 6 Sep 2010 61,887 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 61,887 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 59,543 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 59,543 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 57,935 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 54,607 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 50,188 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2005 50,188 miles

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

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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R358 FAE is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact in Green with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 R358 FAE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R358 FAE registered?

R358 FAE is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R358 FAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R358 FAE shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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