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N878 XCT

1996 Toyota Starlet

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,667 mi
Last recorded119,667 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN878 XCT
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 119,667 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2025 119,340 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2025 119,331 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (165/70R13) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (165/70R13) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 111,426 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Very slight leak from exhaust flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Very slight gearbox oil leak from Offside drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2024 111,178 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Very slight leak from exhaust flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Very slight gearbox oil leak from Offside drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 102,894 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox oil leak from Offside drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear inner sills and front cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 95,660 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 89,451 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 79,471 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 25 Jun 2020 79,471 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 79,407 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 78,985 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 78,498 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 78,495 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)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 78,195 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 76,660 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 72,011 miles

front tyres worn on inner and outer edges due to under inflation,

rear steel brake pipes corroded.

Pass 21 Jan 2013 66,480 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2013 66,473 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2012 63,871 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 61,736 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 60,046 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 58,936 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 56,401 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2008 56,401 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Jan 2007 53,443 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jan 2007 53,443 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 50,289 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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N878 XCT is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N878 XCT, 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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What year was N878 XCT registered?

N878 XCT is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 22 March 1996.

Is N878 XCT safe to buy?

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