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N990 NGO

1996 Toyota Starlet

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

80,617 mi
Last recorded80,617 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN990 NGO
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 80,617 miles

Both front flexi brakes are not secured in any way

both rear shock absorbers are starting to leak oil

oil leak starting from engine

Fail 12 Jun 2026 80,617 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Both front flexi brakes are not secured in any way

both rear shock absorbers are starting to leak oil

oil leak starting from engine

Pass 13 Jun 2025 77,450 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed chaffing on shock absorber and mount is not secured (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed chaffing on shock absorber and mount is not secured (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jun 2025 77,449 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to caliper not being secured (1.2.1 (g))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted and braking performance affected bottom bolt missing (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed chaffing on shock absorber and mount is not secured (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed chaffing on shock absorber and mount is not secured (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 69,783 miles

n/s/f tyre worn inner & outer edges

o/s/f tyre worn heavy on the inner edge

Pass 17 Jul 2023 61,417 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 53,035 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2022 53,035 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed ***deep cut in tread area*** (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 46,657 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 39,725 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2019 35,316 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 30,970 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

all four tyres staring to perish

Pass 14 Jul 2017 29,281 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 27,772 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 25,996 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 24,151 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 22,076 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 19,992 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 18,982 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 18,322 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 17,640 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 16,937 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 16,176 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 15,189 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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N990 NGO is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Red with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N990 NGO, 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 N990 NGO registered?

N990 NGO is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 4 July 1996.

Is N990 NGO safe to buy?

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