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P207 MBY

1996 Toyota Starlet

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

91,689 mi
Last recorded91,689 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2016
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP207 MBY
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2016 91,689 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 91,689 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 86,525 miles

Radiator damaged

oil leak

Fail 20 Mar 2015 86,525 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Radiator damaged

oil leak

Pass 20 Mar 2014 77,862 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 20 Mar 2014 77,862 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 12 Mar 2013 68,826 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 68,826 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 23 Mar 2012 60,489 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 60,489 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 53,899 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 50,877 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2009 47,328 miles

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

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 43,237 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 36,730 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 33,043 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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P207 MBY is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 P207 MBY, 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 P207 MBY registered?

P207 MBY is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 21 November 1996.

Is P207 MBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P207 MBY shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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