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N996 MGN

1996 Toyota Starlet

Green Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

26,031 mi
Last recorded26,031 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN996 MGN
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 26,031 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 25,745 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 25,534 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 24,537 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 21,704 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 18,403 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 17,877 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 17,555 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 17,424 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 17,424 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 15 May 2017 17,143 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 16,822 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 16,374 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 15,901 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 15,454 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 14,916 miles

Centre stop light not working

Fail 10 May 2012 14,916 miles

Centre stop light not working

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 May 2011 14,446 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 13,937 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 13,368 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 12,601 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 11,579 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 10,671 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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N996 MGN is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Green with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 N996 MGN, 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 N996 MGN?

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What year was N996 MGN registered?

N996 MGN is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 20 May 1996.

Is N996 MGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N996 MGN shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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