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V590 FOT

1999 Proton Persona Compact

White Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

56,443 mi
Last recorded56,443 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2019
Typical for 1999 Proton Persona Compact58,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV590 FOT
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2019 56,443 miles

vehicle under side showing general corrosion all parts

Pass 7 Nov 2018 56,016 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 55,556 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 55,556 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 55,258 miles

windscreen scratched

Pass 16 Nov 2015 54,906 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 54,721 miles

signs of slight corrosion to front crossmember

Fail 24 Nov 2014 54,721 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

signs of slight corrosion to front crossmember

Pass 26 Nov 2013 54,171 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 54,171 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 53,675 miles

front brake balance nearlimit

Fail 27 Nov 2012 53,675 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 6 Dec 2011 53,136 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2011 53,136 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 52,249 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2009 49,975 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 49,975 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 46,000 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2007 42,594 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 42,594 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 13 Nov 2006 38,950 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2006 38,950 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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V590 FOT is a 1999 Proton Persona Compact in White with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V590 FOT, 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.

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What year was V590 FOT registered?

V590 FOT is a 1999 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 30 September 1999.

Is V590 FOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V590 FOT shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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