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R403 NRC

1998 Proton Persona Compact

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

10,710 mi
Last recorded10,710 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2015
Typical for 1998 Proton Persona Compact60,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR403 NRC
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2015 10,710 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 10,558 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 10,507 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 10,507 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 10,387 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 10,173 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 9,891 miles

front number plate deteriorated

Pass 20 Apr 2009 9,733 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 9,733 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 9,561 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 9,561 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 9,307 miles

both front tyres perished

Pass 25 Apr 2006 8,814 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 8,814 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Handbrake lever travel bordering on excessive

air bag warning lamp staying on

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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R403 NRC is a 1998 Proton Persona Compact in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Proton Persona Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 60,900 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R403 NRC, 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 28 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 R403 NRC registered?

R403 NRC is a 1998 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is R403 NRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R403 NRC shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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