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X708 HCT

2000 Proton Persona Compact

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2022
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

141,448 mi
Last recorded141,448 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2021
Typical for 2000 Proton Persona Compact55,150 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX708 HCT
MakeProton
ModelPersona Compact
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2021 141,448 miles

chip in windscreen

nearside and offside front flexi brake pipes insecurely fixed

Fail 9 Feb 2021 141,447 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill/trailing arm mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

nearside and offside front flexi brake pipes insecurely fixed

Pass 6 Feb 2020 139,755 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

chip in windscreen

Fail 6 Feb 2020 139,755 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

chip in windscreen

Pass 7 Feb 2019 134,291 miles

Nearside Front brake disc showing signs of being hot

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

chip in windscreen

moisture in offside headlamp

Pass 9 Feb 2018 126,933 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake discs showing signs of binding.

slight noise from offside rear wheel bearing.

Pass 3 Feb 2017 124,255 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 3 Feb 2017 124,251 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 121,910 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 4 Feb 2016 121,910 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Lower Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brake pipe leaking front to rear at rear (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 119,414 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2015 119,414 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 117,068 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2013 114,669 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 7 Feb 2013 114,667 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 112,112 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

exhaust heat sheild loose

water leak from thermostat housing

Pass 8 Feb 2011 109,534 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 109,534 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 106,877 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 104,091 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 101,654 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 95,406 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 95,406 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2006 89,486 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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X708 HCT is a 2000 Proton Persona Compact in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 X708 HCT, 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.

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What year was X708 HCT registered?

X708 HCT is a 2000 Proton Persona Compact, first registered on 28 September 2000.

Is X708 HCT safe to buy?

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