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N876 MNS

1996 Toyota Starlet

Green Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2015
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

99,287 mi
Last recorded99,287 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2014
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN876 MNS
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2014 99,287 miles

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

advis both rear tyre slight worn

Fail 17 Jun 2014 99,287 miles

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

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

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

Parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.D.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

advis both rear tyre slight worn

Pass 12 Jun 2013 94,872 miles

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

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

offside front door handle broken but sill opens as intented

Fail 11 Jun 2013 94,872 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

offside front door handle broken but sill opens as intented

Pass 7 Jun 2012 89,884 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

high level brake light cover missing

offside door handle broken door sill opens

Pass 9 Jun 2011 85,535 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside door handle is broken

Fail 8 Jun 2011 85,535 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Front brake discs worn and corroded

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside door handle is broken

Pass 18 Jun 2010 80,908 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

drivers door handle

Fail 17 Jun 2010 80,898 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

drivers door handle

Fail 13 May 2009 75,607 miles

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

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

Oil filter is corroded and leaking,requires oil and filter change.

Pass 13 May 2009 75,607 miles

Oil filter is corroded and leaking,requires oil and filter change.

Pass 9 May 2008 70,336 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 70,336 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

light exhaust joint has a light leak

radiator in poor condition

Pass 10 May 2007 66,503 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 66,503 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

offside and nearside rear tyres sidewalls preished

radiator fins in poor condition

Pass 4 May 2006 62,270 miles

child seat fitted to nearside rear seatbelt at time of test

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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N876 MNS is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Green with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 N876 MNS, 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.

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N876 MNS is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 29 April 1996.

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