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R892 YHK

1997 Proton Persona Compact

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

102,809 mi
Last recorded102,809 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2016
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona Compact64,887 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR892 YHK
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2016 102,809 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 102,563 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2015 95,322 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2015 95,322 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Jan 2014 87,700 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 86,222 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2012 84,914 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2012 84,914 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 83,324 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jan 2010 81,844 miles

o/s/r and n/s/r metal brake pipes slight corrosion

Pass 8 Jan 2009 80,069 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front crossmember slightly corroded

Pass 8 Jan 2008 77,845 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2007 75,731 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 75,731 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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R892 YHK is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R892 YHK, 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

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What year was R892 YHK registered?

R892 YHK is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 10 November 1997.

Is R892 YHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R892 YHK shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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