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S408 XAD

1998 Proton Persona Compact

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

115,972 mi
Last recorded115,972 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2016
Typical for 1998 Proton Persona Compact60,900 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS408 XAD
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2016 115,972 miles

Engine oil leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 112,945 miles

Oil leak

Fail 17 Aug 2015 112,945 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Aug 2014 109,441 miles

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

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 9 Aug 2014 109,441 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 105,934 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 99,749 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 99,747 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 92,652 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 87,961 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 85,564 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 82,992 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 8,005 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2007

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 77,068 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 77,068 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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S408 XAD is a 1998 Proton Persona Compact in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1998 Proton Persona Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 60,900 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 S408 XAD, 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 28 years old, this Proton Persona Compact is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S408 XAD registered?

S408 XAD is a 1998 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 24 November 1998.

Is S408 XAD safe to buy?

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