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R517 ECA

1998 Proton Persona Compact Lsi

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

74,988 mi
Last recorded74,988 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2007
Typical for 1998 Proton Persona Compact Lsi63,158 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR517 ECA
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact Lsi
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2007 74,988 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 74,988 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 73,228 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Persona Compact Lsi?

Based on 1,753 MOT tests across 353 vehicles.

65.7%
Pass Rate
6,085
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
353
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 166
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 150
Brake pipe excessively corroded 121
Stop lamp not working 88
position lamp(s) not working 84
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R517 ECA is a 1998 Proton Persona Compact Lsi in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Proton Persona Compact Lsi models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 63,158 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 Lsi fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 166 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R517 ECA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Persona Compact Lsi typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Proton Persona Compact Lsi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of R517 ECA?

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What year was R517 ECA registered?

R517 ECA is a 1998 Proton Persona Compact Lsi, first registered on 16 January 1998.

Is R517 ECA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R517 ECA shows 3 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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