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R804 FGU

1998 Proton Persona Compact

White Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

81,604 mi
Last recorded81,604 miles
Recorded on12 May 2009
Typical for 1998 Proton Persona Compact60,900 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR804 FGU
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2009 81,604 miles

clear lens missing but amber cover ok n/s o/s front drivers seat worn on edge

Fail 11 May 2009 81,591 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

clear lens missing but amber cover ok n/s o/s front drivers seat worn on edge

Fail 30 Apr 2009 81,273 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 May 2008 70,370 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 70,238 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

two rear seat belt twisted

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 25 Apr 2007 63,045 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 63,033 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 3 May 2006 58,056 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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R804 FGU is a 1998 Proton Persona Compact in White with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Proton Persona Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 60,900 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R804 FGU, 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 28 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 R804 FGU registered?

R804 FGU is a 1998 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 3 March 1998.

Is R804 FGU safe to buy?

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