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V501 DTS

1999 Proton Persona Compact Spectrum

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,078 mi
Last recorded60,078 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2007
Typical for 1999 Proton Persona Compact Spectrum59,507 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV501 DTS
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact Spectrum
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2007 60,078 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 48,689 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Dec 2006 48,689 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Persona Compact Spectrum?

Based on 663 MOT tests across 112 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
5,608
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 76
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43
Stop lamp not working 38
Registration plate lamp not working 26
Brake pipe excessively corroded 25
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V501 DTS is a 1999 Proton Persona Compact Spectrum in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Proton Persona Compact Spectrum models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 59,507 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Persona Compact Spectrum fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V501 DTS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Persona Compact Spectrum typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Proton Persona Compact Spectrum is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V501 DTS registered?

V501 DTS is a 1999 Proton Persona Compact Spectrum, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V501 DTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V501 DTS shows 3 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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