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P131 FKE

1996 Toyota Starlet

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

116,734 mi
Last recorded116,734 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2013
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP131 FKE
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2013 116,734 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Dec 2012 104,581 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 97,723 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 91,035 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 91,024 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 81,578 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 75,048 miles

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 21 Aug 2007 66,223 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 57,964 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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P131 FKE is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P131 FKE, 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 P131 FKE registered?

P131 FKE is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 29 August 1996.

Is P131 FKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P131 FKE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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