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S891 POV

1999 Proton Persona Compact

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,150 mi
Last recorded90,150 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2012
Typical for 1999 Proton Persona Compact58,282 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS891 POV
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2012 90,150 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

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

both rear and o/s handbrake performances slightly low

both rear floor pans corroded

Fail 31 Jan 2012 90,139 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

both rear and o/s handbrake performances slightly low

both rear floor pans corroded

Pass 20 Jan 2011 89,035 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 89,035 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2010 84,064 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 76,414 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 76,414 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 53,145 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

nearside front tyre wearing on inside edge †

Pass 2 Feb 2006 37,171 miles

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

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

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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S891 POV is a 1999 Proton Persona Compact in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S891 POV, 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

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What year was S891 POV registered?

S891 POV is a 1999 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 27 January 1999.

Is S891 POV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S891 POV shows 9 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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