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R870 RSW

1997 Proton Persona Compact

Green Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,339 mi
Last recorded74,339 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2008
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona Compact64,887 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR870 RSW
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2008 74,339 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 74,335 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 64,394 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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R870 RSW is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact in Green with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R870 RSW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R870 RSW?

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What year was R870 RSW registered?

R870 RSW is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 16 September 1997.

Is R870 RSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R870 RSW 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.

Does R870 RSW have outstanding finance?

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