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N980 KVF

1996 Toyota Starlet

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

114,181 mi
Last recorded114,181 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2017
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN980 KVF
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2017 114,181 miles

Nearside Rear Slight noise when brake applied

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

Pass 8 Dec 2016 105,861 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2016 105,861 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2015 94,463 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2015 94,463 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 14 May 2014 94,313 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 May 2013 93,656 miles

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

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

rear tyres cracking on sidewalls

Pass 15 May 2012 93,075 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 92,284 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 May 2010 88,432 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 80,593 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 May 2008 72,892 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 62,756 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 55,372 miles

damage all over vehicle

n/s/f hub cap missing

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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N980 KVF is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Red with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 N980 KVF, 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 N980 KVF registered?

N980 KVF is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 12 June 1996.

Is N980 KVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N980 KVF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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