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N881 XTT

2012 Toyota Starlet

Black Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

85,377 mi
Last recorded85,377 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Toyota Starlet92,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN881 XTT
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 85,377 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 85,306 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2024 85,306 miles

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 84,621 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 84,577 miles

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 84,507 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 76,665 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 67,926 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 60,786 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2014 60,786 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Jan 2013 55,036 miles

nearside fron tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 10 Jan 2013 55,036 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

nearside fron tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 17 Jan 2012 45,973 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 49,576 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

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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N881 XTT is a 2012 Toyota Starlet in Black with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2012 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 92,254 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 N881 XTT, 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 14 years old, this Toyota Starlet is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N881 XTT registered?

N881 XTT is a 2012 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 1 January 2012.

Is N881 XTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N881 XTT shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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