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R749 JCU

1997 Proton Persona Compact Gli

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,525 mi
Last recorded88,525 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2007
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona Compact Gli67,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR749 JCU
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact Gli
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 8 Dec 2007 88,525 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 86,546 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Persona Compact Gli?

Based on 1,110 MOT tests across 251 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
5,835
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
251
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 121
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 117
Brake pipe excessively corroded 96
position lamp(s) not working 70
Registration plate lamp not working 66
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R749 JCU is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact Gli in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Proton Persona Compact Gli models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 67,923 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Persona Compact Gli fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R749 JCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Persona Compact Gli typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Proton Persona Compact Gli is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R749 JCU registered?

R749 JCU is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact Gli, first registered on 4 September 1997.

Is R749 JCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R749 JCU shows 2 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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