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N829 MWY

1996 Toyota Starlet

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

84,505 mi
Last recorded84,505 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2013
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN829 MWY
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2013 84,505 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 5 Aug 2013 84,497 miles

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 80,804 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 77,199 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 77,199 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 72,807 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 68,599 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 68,555 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 65,337 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 62,044 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 62,040 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 60,565 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 60,564 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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N829 MWY is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Red with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 N829 MWY, 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 N829 MWY registered?

N829 MWY is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 25 July 1996.

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The MOT history for N829 MWY shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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