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R544 AKV

1997 Proton Persona Compact

Red Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

95,879 mi
Last recorded95,879 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2020
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona Compact64,887 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR544 AKV
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2020 95,879 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 92,934 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 90,334 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 87,070 miles

Offside Front brake slight binding

Pass 12 Sep 2016 85,767 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 85,226 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 83,666 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2014 83,661 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Sep 2013 80,844 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 76,171 miles

offside rear, offside front and nearside front tyres all wearing unevenly on edges

Pass 26 Sep 2011 70,126 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 62,976 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 57,578 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 54,688 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 47,411 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 42,542 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 42,507 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2005 36,089 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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R544 AKV is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact in Red with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 R544 AKV, 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 R544 AKV registered?

R544 AKV is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 19 August 1997.

Is R544 AKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R544 AKV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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