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PBZ 5153

2003 Proton Persona

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

99,301 mi
Last recorded99,301 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBZ 5153
MakeProton
ModelPersona
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2010 99,301 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 93,307 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 93,307 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 92,835 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 92,835 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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PBZ 5153 is a 2003 Proton Persona in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 PBZ 5153, 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 23 years old, this Proton Persona is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PBZ 5153?

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What year was PBZ 5153 registered?

PBZ 5153 is a 2003 Proton Persona, first registered on 4 December 2003.

Is PBZ 5153 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBZ 5153 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PBZ 5153 have outstanding finance?

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