Proton Persona vs Proton Gen-2: MOT reliability compared
Updated 05 September 2026.
29.5%
Proton Gen-2 MOT failure rate, 4.7 pts lower than Proton Persona
Proton Gen-2 is the more reliable MOT performer: 29.5% of Proton Gen-2 MOTs fail versus 34.2% for Proton Persona, a 4.7 point gap.
| Metric | Proton Persona | Proton Gen-2 |
|---|---|---|
| MOT failure rate | 34.2% | 29.5% |
| Tests analysed | 161,680 | 60,404 |
| Most common failure | Lamps & electrical (44.0%) | Brakes (36.4%) |
Questions and answers
Which is more reliable, Proton Persona or Proton Gen-2?
Proton Gen-2 is the more reliable MOT performer: 29.5% of Proton Gen-2 MOTs fail versus 34.2% for Proton Persona, a 4.7 point gap.
What is the MOT failure rate of the Proton Persona?
34.2% of Proton Persona MOT tests result in a failure, from 161,680 tests.
What is the MOT failure rate of the Proton Gen-2?
29.5% of Proton Gen-2 MOT tests result in a failure, from 60,404 tests.