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N962 BTF

1996 Toyota Starlet

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

72,560 mi
Last recorded72,560 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2014
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN962 BTF
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2014 72,560 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 2 Jun 2014 72,560 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 31 May 2013 63,950 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 53,966 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 44,608 miles

Front brake discs rusted.

Fail 9 May 2011 44,608 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)

All tyres heavily cracked.

Front brake discs rusted.

Pass 8 Jan 2008 44,607 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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N962 BTF is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 N962 BTF, 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

How do I check the history of N962 BTF?

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What year was N962 BTF registered?

N962 BTF is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N962 BTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N962 BTF shows 7 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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