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N248 LRN

1996 Toyota Starlet

White Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

80,845 mi
Last recorded80,845 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2013
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN248 LRN
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2013 80,845 miles

Nearside and Offside cv boots cracking.

Vehicle dry underneath.

Pass 22 Jun 2012 79,365 miles

Air bag light not working

Front n/s brake disc poor condition

Rear exhaust poor condition

Pass 16 Jun 2011 77,652 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 77,652 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 76,453 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 76,438 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 74,913 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 73,620 miles

rear registration plate poor

Fail 11 Jun 2008 73,620 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

rear registration plate poor

Pass 12 Jun 2007 71,020 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 65,882 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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N248 LRN is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in White with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N248 LRN, 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 N248 LRN?

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What year was N248 LRN registered?

N248 LRN is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 28 June 1996.

Is N248 LRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N248 LRN shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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