MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
111,024 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
How Reliable is the Proton Persona 1.8 Penang?
Based on 515 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.
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R655 WCY is a 1998 Proton Persona 1.8 Penang in Blue with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1998 Proton Persona 1.8 Penang models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.4% with a typical mileage of 65,291 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 1.8 Penang fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R655 WCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Proton Persona 1.8 Penang typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Proton Persona 1.8 Penang is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of R655 WCY?
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What year was R655 WCY registered?
R655 WCY is a 1998 Proton Persona 1.8 Penang, first registered on 30 June 1998.
Is R655 WCY safe to buy?
The MOT history for R655 WCY shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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