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R982 MGJ

1997 Proton Persona

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

60,532 mi
Last recorded60,532 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2016
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona70,291 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR982 MGJ
MakeProton
ModelPersona
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2016 60,532 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 57,686 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 54,606 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 15 Aug 2014 54,606 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 51,302 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 51,302 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 48,847 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 48,847 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 46,479 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 21 Aug 2010 43,767 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2010 43,767 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 41,075 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 40,016 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 37,847 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 37,847 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 35,663 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Persona?

Based on 104,196 MOT tests across 16,498 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
4,314
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
16,498
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 8,679
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,945
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,060
Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,490
Stop lamp not working 4,135
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R982 MGJ is a 1997 Proton Persona in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1997 Proton Persona models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 70,291 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Persona fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 8,679 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R982 MGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Persona typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Proton Persona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R982 MGJ registered?

R982 MGJ is a 1997 Proton Persona, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R982 MGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R982 MGJ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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