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RK08 YDN

2008 Proton Persona

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

72,287 mi
Last recorded72,287 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Proton Persona46,930 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 YDN
MakeProton
ModelPersona
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 72,287 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2023 67,847 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 64,384 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2021 59,916 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 14 Aug 2021 59,916 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2020 57,483 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 53,124 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 48,934 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 45,246 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 41,140 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2016 41,140 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage which is adjustable, locking device insecure (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 38,206 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 35,555 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 23,401 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 May 2012 23,215 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 May 2011 16,774 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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RK08 YDN is a 2008 Proton Persona in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RK08 YDN, 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 RK08 YDN registered?

RK08 YDN is a 2008 Proton Persona, first registered on 11 June 2008.

Is RK08 YDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK08 YDN shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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