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L17 DHW

1996 Toyota Starlet

Silver Petrol 1331cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,644 mi
Last recorded94,644 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL17 DHW
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,331cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 19 Sep 2025 94,644 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 82,467 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Starlet?

Based on 379,267 MOT tests across 32,146 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
3,843
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
32,146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,266
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,965
Headlamp aim too low 7,146
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,989
Stop lamp not working 6,412
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L17 DHW is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Silver with a 1,331cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 74,705 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Starlet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 19,266 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L17 DHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Starlet typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Toyota Starlet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L17 DHW?

You can check the full history of L17 DHW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was L17 DHW registered?

L17 DHW is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is L17 DHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L17 DHW shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L17 DHW have outstanding finance?

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