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S854 SWC

1999 Proton Persona Compact

White Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

103,609 mi
Last recorded103,609 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2015
Typical for 1999 Proton Persona Compact58,282 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS854 SWC
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2015 103,609 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 93,132 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 28 Jan 2014 93,131 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 83,452 miles

O/S/F Indicator Lense Cracked

Pass 20 Jan 2012 73,772 miles

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

O/S/F Indicator Lense Cracked

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 Jan 2012 73,770 miles

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

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

O/S/F Indicator Lense Cracked

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 65,379 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2010 58,858 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 53,880 miles

Coolant radiator detiorating

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Feb 2008 50,286 miles

both steering rack gaitors starting to crack

front number plate cracked

oil leaks from engine

rear exhaust box corroding

unable to inspect rear seat belts or seats due to rear seats being folded down

Pass 2 Feb 2007 46,073 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 40,671 miles

front brake pads low

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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S854 SWC is a 1999 Proton Persona Compact in White with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 Proton Persona Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 58,282 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 S854 SWC, 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 27 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 S854 SWC?

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What year was S854 SWC registered?

S854 SWC is a 1999 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 29 January 1999.

Is S854 SWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S854 SWC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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