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N35 XUJ

1996 Proton Persona Sei

Green Petrol 1797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2009
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

134,286 mi
Last recorded134,286 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2008
Typical for 1996 Proton Persona Sei75,716 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN35 XUJ
MakeProton
ModelPersona Sei
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,797cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 10 Nov 2008 134,286 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 134,286 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 123,039 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 123,039 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Nov 2006 104,708 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 104,708 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 2 Nov 2005 91,612 miles

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

Fail 2 Nov 2005 91,612 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Proton Persona Sei?

Based on 1,738 MOT tests across 413 vehicles.

61.9%
Pass Rate
6,020
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
413
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 231
Steering rack gaiter split 193
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 187
parking brake recording little or no effort 117
Registration plate lamp not working 108
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N35 XUJ is a 1996 Proton Persona Sei in Green with a 1,797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Proton Persona Sei models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 75,716 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 Sei fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 231 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N35 XUJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Proton Persona Sei typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Proton Persona Sei is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N35 XUJ registered?

N35 XUJ is a 1996 Proton Persona Sei, first registered on 20 May 1996.

Is N35 XUJ safe to buy?

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