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EK58 ZUA

2008 Proton Persona

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

66,270 mi
Last recorded66,270 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Proton Persona46,930 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK58 ZUA
MakeProton
ModelPersona
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2020 66,270 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "d" bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2020 66,247 miles

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

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "d" bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 60,999 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 6 Nov 2018 59,634 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 57,762 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 52,029 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 46,426 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 40,374 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 33,913 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 28,236 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 21,383 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 21,284 miles

Nearside Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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EK58 ZUA is a 2008 Proton Persona in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EK58 ZUA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK58 ZUA registered?

EK58 ZUA is a 2008 Proton Persona, first registered on 24 November 2008.

Is EK58 ZUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK58 ZUA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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