Proton Persona
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 2 years from 75 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
79%
Total Tests
75
Best Year
1998 (80%)
Years Covered
2
About the Proton Persona
The Proton Persona has been tested 75 times in 2026 MOT data across 2 model years (1998 to 1999), with an average pass rate of 79%. That's close to the national average of 82%. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 1998 model is the most reliable with a 80% pass rate from 30 tests. The 1999 model has the lowest at 78%. With just a 2 point spread, the Persona is consistently reliable regardless of year.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1998) averages 61,940 miles, while the newest (1999) averages 70,071 miles.
Compared to the Proton brand average of 70%, the Persona performs 9 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Proton range.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Proton Persona by Year
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