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R498 CCA

1997 Proton Persona Compact

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

106,532 mi
Last recorded106,532 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2009
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona Compact64,887 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR498 CCA
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2009 106,532 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

nearside front tyre slightly worn on inside edge

Fail 10 Dec 2009 54,491 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

nearside front tyre slightly worn on inside edge

Fail 11 Dec 2008 96,165 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

nearside front brake disc slight corrosion on outside face.

rear number plate deteriorating.

Pass 11 Dec 2008 96,165 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside front brake disc slight corrosion on outside face.

rear number plate deteriorating.

Pass 6 Sep 2007 78,279 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

airbag warning light flashing

rear exhaust system as a hanger broke off,but no detrement to system due to it having four more.

Pass 30 Aug 2006 65,140 miles

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

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

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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R498 CCA is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R498 CCA, 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 R498 CCA registered?

R498 CCA is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 18 September 1997.

Is R498 CCA safe to buy?

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