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R36 GGJ

1997 Proton Persona Compact

Green Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,062 mi
Last recorded81,062 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2014
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona Compact64,887 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR36 GGJ
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2014 81,062 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 81,062 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 76,688 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 76,624 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Fail 22 Feb 2013 69,744 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 69,744 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 63,897 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 63,897 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 57,580 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2011 57,580 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 50,551 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 45,768 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 43,159 miles

tyre walls cracking

Pass 17 May 2007 42,164 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 41,630 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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R36 GGJ is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact in Green with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R36 GGJ, 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.

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What year was R36 GGJ registered?

R36 GGJ is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R36 GGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R36 GGJ shows 15 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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