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P132 VFR

1996 Toyota Starlet

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,342 mi
Last recorded96,342 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2009
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP132 VFR
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2009 96,342 miles

Front tyres wearing off to inner edges.

High level brake lamp inoperative.

Numberplate lamps went inoperative when tailgate open, may be a fault in loom.

Pass 25 Nov 2008 88,493 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 88,401 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Nov 2007 80,536 miles

Different sized tyres fitted to front and rear axles, same size fitted across each axle.

Pass 28 Nov 2006 71,563 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 62,832 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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P132 VFR is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Red with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P132 VFR, 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

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What year was P132 VFR registered?

P132 VFR is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 31 October 1996.

Is P132 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P132 VFR shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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