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AO08 AXT

2008 Proton Persona

Gold Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

44,192 mi
Last recorded44,192 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Proton Persona46,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 AXT
MakeProton
ModelPersona
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2023 44,192 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2023 44,192 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 37,274 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Oct 2022 37,274 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 31,346 miles

park brake efficiency only just met o/s low performance

Fail 15 Oct 2021 31,346 miles

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

park brake efficiency only just met o/s low performance

Pass 21 Oct 2020 29,082 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 24,170 miles

general corrosion on all suspension components

Fail 23 Apr 2019 24,169 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

general corrosion on all suspension components

Pass 10 Apr 2018 22,208 miles

both front tyres close to limit

front brake pads low

Pass 20 Apr 2017 19,877 miles

brake pipes undersealed

n/s/f tyre side wall damaged not excesive

o/s/f tyre getting low

Pass 11 Apr 2016 17,655 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 14,277 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 11,821 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 8,871 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 7,336 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 5,734 miles

How Reliable is the Proton Persona?

Based on 104,196 MOT tests across 16,498 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
4,314
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
16,498
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 8,679
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,945
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,060
Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,490
Stop lamp not working 4,135
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AO08 AXT is a 2008 Proton Persona in Gold with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2008 Proton Persona models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 46,930 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Proton Persona fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 8,679 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO08 AXT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Persona typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 18 years old, this Proton Persona is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO08 AXT registered?

AO08 AXT is a 2008 Proton Persona, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is AO08 AXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 AXT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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