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R483 GRN

1998 Proton Persona Compact

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,560 mi
Last recorded101,560 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2008
Typical for 1998 Proton Persona Compact60,900 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR483 GRN
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2008 101,560 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jan 2007 89,468 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2007 89,468 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jan 2006 76,011 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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R483 GRN is a 1998 Proton Persona Compact in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R483 GRN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R483 GRN?

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What year was R483 GRN registered?

R483 GRN is a 1998 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 3 March 1998.

Is R483 GRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R483 GRN shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R483 GRN have outstanding finance?

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