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R884 ENJ

1997 Proton Persona Compact

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

125,414 mi
Last recorded125,414 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2013
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona Compact64,887 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR884 ENJ
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2013 125,414 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

body damaged in several places but no sharp edges

both front tyre outer edges close to ware limit

both rear tyres perished and n/s/r on ware limit

Fail 17 Dec 2013 125,338 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

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

Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

body damaged in several places but no sharp edges

both front tyre outer edges close to ware limit

both rear tyres perished and n/s/r on ware limit

engine slightly smokey

Pass 19 Dec 2012 115,051 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 108,919 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 13 Dec 2011 108,919 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Dec 2010 10,098 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 93,707 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 87,280 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 87,280 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2007 79,633 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2007 79,627 miles

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

washers poor

Pass 29 Dec 2006 68,979 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2006 68,979 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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R884 ENJ is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 R884 ENJ, 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 R884 ENJ registered?

R884 ENJ is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 6 October 1997.

Is R884 ENJ safe to buy?

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