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N673 FPU

1996 Toyota Starlet

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

102,936 mi
Last recorded102,936 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN673 FPU
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 102,936 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Dec 2024 99,346 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 98,227 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 96,354 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 94,366 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 91,056 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 88,802 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 84,937 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 82,715 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 81,283 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 79,635 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 79,604 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 May 2013 76,726 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 76,726 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 73,059 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 68,013 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 63,030 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 61,791 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 60,600 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 60,000 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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N673 FPU is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 N673 FPU, 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

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What year was N673 FPU registered?

N673 FPU is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 29 April 1996.

Is N673 FPU safe to buy?

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