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YX09 BYA

2009 Proton Persona

Black Lpg 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

114,441 mi
Last recorded114,441 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2018
Typical for 2009 Proton Persona49,790 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX09 BYA
MakeProton
ModelPersona
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 9 Aug 2018 114,441 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 109,800 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2017 109,800 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to front (leaking) (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Aug 2016 108,320 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2016 108,301 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure misshaped (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 90,403 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 90,384 miles

Electrical wiring inadequately supported auxiliary/radio wiring under bonnet (1.9.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 26,415 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 18,657 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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YX09 BYA is a 2009 Proton Persona in Black with a 1,597cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2009 Proton Persona models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 49,790 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 fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 8,679 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YX09 BYA, 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 17 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 YX09 BYA registered?

YX09 BYA is a 2009 Proton Persona, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is YX09 BYA safe to buy?

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