CarVerify

Free Car Check

R965 HFT

1997 Proton Persona Lsi

Blue Petrol 1299cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

117,030 mi
Last recorded117,030 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2008
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona Lsi68,361 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Proton
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR965 HFT
MakeProton
ModelPersona Lsi
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 Sep 2008 117,030 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end repaired by welding (2.2.C.1e)

Offside Front Track rod end cracked and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 117,030 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 103,186 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 103,183 miles

Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 89,332 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 89,332 miles

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

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

How Reliable is the Proton Persona Lsi?

Based on 850 MOT tests across 198 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
6,617
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
198
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 86
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 76
Stop lamp not working 61
Registration plate lamp not working 47
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 47
Full Proton Persona Lsi reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R965 HFT is a 1997 Proton Persona Lsi in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Proton Persona Lsi models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 68,361 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 Lsi fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R965 HFT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Persona Lsi typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Proton Persona Lsi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R965 HFT?

You can check the full history of R965 HFT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R965 HFT registered?

R965 HFT is a 1997 Proton Persona Lsi, first registered on 20 October 1997.

Is R965 HFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R965 HFT shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R965 HFT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R965 HFT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.