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R580 JSC

1998 Proton Persona

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,345 mi
Last recorded59,345 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2008
Typical for 1998 Proton Persona65,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR580 JSC
MakeProton
ModelPersona
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 12 Apr 2008 59,345 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 55,746 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 50,364 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Persona?

Based on 104,196 MOT tests across 16,498 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
4,314
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
16,498
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 8,679
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,945
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,060
Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,490
Stop lamp not working 4,135
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R580 JSC is a 1998 Proton Persona in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Proton Persona models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 65,077 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Persona fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 8,679 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R580 JSC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Persona typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Proton Persona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R580 JSC registered?

R580 JSC is a 1998 Proton Persona, first registered on 14 May 1998.

Is R580 JSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R580 JSC shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R580 JSC have outstanding finance?

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