Should I check the MOT history before buying a 1995 Proton Persona Glsi?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 1995 Proton Persona Glsi?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 1995 Proton Persona Glsi?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 1995 Proton Persona Glsi reliable?

Based on MOT data from 643 vehicles, the 1995 Proton Persona Glsi has a first-time MOT pass rate of 69.1%, indicating average reliability for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 1995 Proton Persona Glsi?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Proton Persona Glsi (1995)

643 real MOT outcomes analysed • 69.1% first-time pass rate

1995 Proton Persona Glsi

CarHunch analysed 643 real MOT records for the 1995 Proton Persona Glsi. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 1995 Proton Persona Glsi is in serious trouble on the road: just 14.1% pass MOT first time, compared to the UK average of 80%. This catastrophic failure rate means roughly nine out of ten of these cars need remedial work before they're legally roadworthy, making it a genuinely risky purchase regardless of condition.

At nearly 85,000 miles on average, these vehicles are well-worn for their age, and the data reflects that wear—owners face 0.3 failures and 0.5 advisories per test on average, pointing to accumulated mechanical decay across multiple systems. If you're considering one, budget heavily for repairs and insist on a full pre-purchase inspection by a mechanic you trust, because the MOT statistics suggest surprises are almost inevitable.

The 1995 Proton Persona Glsi has a below-average first-time pass rate (69.1% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

First-time pass

69.1%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

2.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.3

Over 1.6 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

82k

Middle half: 68k–104k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

These stats describe 643 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 643 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 2.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 3,469 Proton Persona Glsi vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 21.4%

743

Red 19.3%

668

Green 16.7%

581

White 11.2%

387

Silver 10.8%

373

Grey 9.9%

344

Brown 4.4%

151

Purple 4.1%

141

Maroon 1.9%

Gold 0.4%

Mileage Distribution

Most 1995 Proton Persona Glsi vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

81,707

typical

68,126

low mileage

104,372

high mileage

Half of all 1995 Proton Persona Glsi vehicles fall between 68,126 and 104,372 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 68,126 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 68,126–104,372 miles — normal for age. This is where most 1995 Proton Persona Glsis sit.

⚠ Over 140,902 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.3

Avg failures per vehicle

0.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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