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R954 EHG

1997 Proton Persona Compact

Red Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

54,722 mi
Last recorded54,722 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona Compact64,887 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR954 EHG
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2015 54,722 miles

exhaust mid section corroded

front cross member corroded

light misting of oil from rear shocks

little reserve travel on parking brake

oil leak

radiator deteriated

Pass 22 Sep 2014 53,512 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 53,512 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Fail 16 Sep 2013 51,347 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2013 51,347 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 49,348 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 Oct 2012 49,348 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Oct 2011 49,118 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 44,666 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 44,628 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)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 37,212 miles

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

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

cut on nearside tyre wall

Pass 7 Oct 2008 30,070 miles

n/s/f tyre has a cut on outer sidewall but it is not deep enough to reach the cords

Pass 3 Oct 2007 22,706 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2006 18,283 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 16,896 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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R954 EHG is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact in Red with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R954 EHG, 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 R954 EHG registered?

R954 EHG is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 28 October 1997.

Is R954 EHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R954 EHG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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