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W524 PFX

2000 Proton Persona Compact

Green Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

48,130 mi
Last recorded48,130 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2015
Typical for 2000 Proton Persona Compact55,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW524 PFX
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2015 48,130 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 48,130 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 44,382 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 43,071 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 41,417 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 39,649 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 38,392 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 36,626 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 34,791 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 28,303 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2006 28,106 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Steering component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.2.C.1h) DANGEROUS

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

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

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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W524 PFX is a 2000 Proton Persona Compact in Green with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2000 Proton Persona Compact models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 55,150 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 W524 PFX, 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 26 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 W524 PFX registered?

W524 PFX is a 2000 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W524 PFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W524 PFX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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