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R838 NSN

1997 Proton Persona Compact

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,168 mi
Last recorded63,168 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2012
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona Compact64,887 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR838 NSN
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2012 63,168 miles

both front brake pipes corroded

exhaust flexi pipe deteriorating

front brakes imbalance

front to rear at rear brake pipes corroded

gearbox damp

offside front indicator cracked

offside outer sill corroded

oil leak at engine

rear brake pipes corroded

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 24 Aug 2011 62,628 miles

both front brake pipes corroded

both front to rear at rear brake pipes corroded

both rear brake pipes corroded

exhaust flexi pipe deteriorating

gearbox damp

offside front indicator cracked

offside outer sill corroded

Fail 23 Aug 2011 62,628 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front brake pipes corroded

both front to rear at rear brake pipes corroded

both rear brake pipes corroded

exhaust flexi pipe deteriorating

exhaust system corroded

front brakes imbalance

gearbox damp

nearside rear brake slightly binding

offside front indicator cracked

offside outer sill corroded

Pass 24 Aug 2010 62,105 miles

front flexi deteriating

both front brake pipes corroded

both rear brake pipes badly corroded and thin

engine and gearbox damp

exhaust corroded and blowing at rear

front brake imbalance

front discs corroded on inner face

front to rear brake and fuel pipes undersealed

nail in nearside rear tyre(on outer sidewall)

nearside rear wheel binding

offside front indicator lens cracked

offside front tyre very low tread worn more on outer edge

rear number plate deteriating

wheel trims marked

windscreen has small chip

Pass 8 Jul 2009 61,536 miles

all wheel trims scuffed

engine under cover loose

exhaust system corroded

front brakes imbalance

front to rear at rear brake pipes corroded

gearbox damp

nearside front brake pipe corroded

nearside rear brake pipe corroded

offside front anti-roll bar drop link worn

offside front brake pipe slight corroded

oil leak at front engine

rear registration plate slight deteriorating

Pass 3 Jul 2008 60,957 miles

both front to rear brake pipes corroded at rear

brake pipes under sealed

offside front indicator glass cracked

oil leaks at engine

rear reg plate deteriorating

spare tyre soft

Pass 5 Jul 2007 60,292 miles

exhaust system corroded

front exhaust pipe covers loose

offside front indicator lense cracked

oil leaks at engine

rear reg plate deteriorating

Pass 12 Jul 2006 59,589 miles

spare tyre flat

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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R838 NSN is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R838 NSN, 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 R838 NSN registered?

R838 NSN is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 11 August 1997.

Is R838 NSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R838 NSN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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