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R632 NAM

1997 Proton Persona Compact

White Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,806 mi
Last recorded46,806 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona Compact64,887 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR632 NAM
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2016 46,806 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Sep 2015 45,500 miles

Nearside Front Indicator lense damaged

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

Fail 29 Sep 2015 45,500 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Indicator lense damaged

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 42,325 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Sep 2013 42,095 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Coolant leak

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Sep 2013 42,095 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 28 Sep 2012 38,345 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Sep 2011 35,158 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Oct 2010 31,689 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2009 26,751 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 20,658 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 13,307 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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R632 NAM is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact in White with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R632 NAM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R632 NAM registered?

R632 NAM is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 29 September 1997.

Is R632 NAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R632 NAM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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