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PROTON PERSONA (1999)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 45 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

78%

Total Tests (2024)

45

Avg Mileage

70,071 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,722

Is the 1999 PROTON PERSONA reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's close to the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the PROTON brand average of 70%.

At 25 years old, 78% of PROTON PERSONAs from 1999 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 45 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 70,071 miles.

How does the 1999 PROTON PERSONA compare?

Rank among all 1999 cars153th out of 375(top 41%)
Rank among all PROTON models4th out of 28(top 14%)
vs national average-4% (82% avg)
vs 1999 cars average+3% (75% avg)
vs PROTON average+8% (70% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 1999 PROTON PERSONA has 70,071 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 185,000 miles for a 25-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.

How much does a 1999 PROTON PERSONA cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1299cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£30
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£500
Total per year£1,722
Per month£144/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

PROTON PERSONA by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
199978%4570,071 mi
199880%3061,940 mi

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About the 1999 PROTON PERSONA

The 1999 PROTON PERSONA is a small family car with a 1299cc petrol engine. 45 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 1999, the average MOT pass rate is 75%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 70,071 miles at 25 years old, PROTON PERSONA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.

1999 PROTON PERSONA Fuel Costs

The 1299cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 1999 PROTON PERSONA?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,722 (£144/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 78% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 1999 PROTON PERSONA

At 25 years old, the PROTON PERSONA is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 45 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 1999 PROTON PERSONA

The PROTON PERSONA is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol small family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: