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P126 LRX

1996 Toyota Starlet

White Petrol 1330cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

148,304 mi
Last recorded148,304 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2017
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP126 LRX
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,330cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2017 148,304 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 146,173 miles

Nearside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 21 Dec 2015 140,607 miles

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

slightly noisey

Pass 8 Sep 2014 184,386 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 182,715 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 182,715 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 20 Jul 2012 181,421 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 181,421 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 172,452 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 172,452 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 8 Jan 2010 159,946 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2009 152,428 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 140,333 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 120,883 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

neraside rear tyre outer wall slightly perished

Fail 20 Mar 2007 120,861 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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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P126 LRX is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in White with a 1,330cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 P126 LRX, 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 P126 LRX registered?

P126 LRX is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is P126 LRX safe to buy?

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