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R982 XDM

1997 Proton Persona

Green Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

88,083 mi
Last recorded88,083 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2013
Typical for 1997 Proton Persona70,291 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR982 XDM
MakeProton
ModelPersona
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2013 88,083 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

emissions just pass

Fail 9 Oct 2013 88,083 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

emissions just pass

Pass 4 Sep 2012 75,661 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

battery retainer requires attention

Pass 13 Sep 2011 70,327 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 55,977 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 50,089 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 47,123 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 43,045 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 40,673 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 XDM is a 1997 Proton Persona in Green with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XDM, 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 XDM registered?

R982 XDM is a 1997 Proton Persona, first registered on 29 September 1997.

Is R982 XDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R982 XDM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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