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R656 VFC

1997 Proton Persona Lsi

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

130,791 mi
Last recorded130,791 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2007
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona Lsi68,361 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR656 VFC
MakeProton
ModelPersona Lsi
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2007 130,791 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre worn 3-0mm

offside rear tyre worn 4-1.6mm

Pass 29 Aug 2006 118,062 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2005 105,940 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Proton Persona Lsi?

Based on 850 MOT tests across 198 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
6,617
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
198
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 86
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 76
Stop lamp not working 61
Registration plate lamp not working 47
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 47
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R656 VFC is a 1997 Proton Persona Lsi in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Proton Persona Lsi models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 68,361 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Persona Lsi fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R656 VFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Persona Lsi typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Proton Persona Lsi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R656 VFC registered?

R656 VFC is a 1997 Proton Persona Lsi, first registered on 27 September 1997.

Is R656 VFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R656 VFC 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.

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