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S886 SKL

1998 Proton Persona Compact

Silver Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,523 mi
Last recorded56,523 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2015
Typical for 1998 Proton Persona Compact60,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS886 SKL
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2015 56,523 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 56,519 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 55,202 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 54,806 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

horn tone weak.

Pass 2 Mar 2012 53,913 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 52,887 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 52,887 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 3 Mar 2010 51,608 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 51,608 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 50,274 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 50,274 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 48,517 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 48,517 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 46,417 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 43,974 miles

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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S886 SKL is a 1998 Proton Persona Compact in Silver with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Proton Persona Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 60,900 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 S886 SKL, 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

How do I check the history of S886 SKL?

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What year was S886 SKL registered?

S886 SKL is a 1998 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 25 September 1998.

Is S886 SKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S886 SKL shows 15 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.

Does S886 SKL have outstanding finance?

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