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S685 SVX

1999 Proton Persona

Grey Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,108 mi
Last recorded90,108 miles
Recorded on15 May 2013
Typical for 1999 Proton Persona62,506 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS685 SVX
MakeProton
ModelPersona
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2013 90,108 miles

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

front flexy exhaust slightly deteriated

Pass 9 Dec 2011 89,794 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 84,799 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 84,799 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 78,013 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 78,013 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 68,907 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 65,005 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 59,933 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2006 59,792 miles

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

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

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2005 50,959 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2005 50,949 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

BOTH REAR TYRE INNER SIDE WALLS STARTING TO CRACK & PERRISH

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

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

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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S685 SVX is a 1999 Proton Persona in Grey with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Proton Persona models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 62,506 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 S685 SVX, 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 27 years old, this Proton Persona is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S685 SVX?

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What year was S685 SVX registered?

S685 SVX is a 1999 Proton Persona, first registered on 22 January 1999.

Is S685 SVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S685 SVX shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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