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V357 HAB

1999 Proton Persona Compact

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,293 mi
Last recorded79,293 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2013
Typical for 1999 Proton Persona Compact58,282 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV357 HAB
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2013 79,293 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2013 79,278 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 77,781 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2012 77,757 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Oct 2010 74,110 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2009 69,295 miles

front number plate damaged

Pass 22 Oct 2008 65,456 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2007 60,981 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2006 55,099 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2005 48,076 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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V357 HAB is a 1999 Proton Persona Compact in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 V357 HAB, 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 V357 HAB registered?

V357 HAB is a 1999 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 16 September 1999.

Is V357 HAB safe to buy?

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