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R765 KJT

1997 Proton Persona Compact

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,581 mi
Last recorded78,581 miles
Recorded on28 May 2008
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona Compact64,887 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR765 KJT
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2008 78,581 miles

hand brake travel long

nearside wiper blade slightly deteriorated

Pass 30 May 2007 69,839 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 63,007 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 63,007 miles

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

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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R765 KJT is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R765 KJT, 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 R765 KJT registered?

R765 KJT is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R765 KJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R765 KJT shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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