MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
75,856 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Proton Persona Compact?
Based on 30,558 MOT tests across 3,950 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R996 MGJ is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact in Purple with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
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 R996 MGJ, 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
How do I check the history of R996 MGJ?
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What year was R996 MGJ registered?
R996 MGJ is a 1997 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 31 October 1997.
Is R996 MGJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for R996 MGJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R996 MGJ have outstanding finance?
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