What year Proton Persona TDI is most reliable?

Based on MOT first-test pass rates, the 1997 Proton Persona TDI has the highest pass rate at 63.5%, out of 120 vehicles tested.

What are the most common Proton Persona TDI MOT failures?

The most common Proton Persona TDI MOT failures vary by year. Check the individual year pages for detailed defect breakdowns — links in the table above.

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Proton Persona TDI — Reliability by Year

120 vehicles · MOT data 1997–1997 · first-test pass rates

This page shows MOT first-test pass rates for each year the Proton Persona TDI was manufactured — click any year to explore that cohort in detail. Trying to decide which year to buy? See the full buying guide →

Year	Pass rate	Avg mileage	Vehicles
1997	63.5%	87,474 mi	120

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