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P248 APF

1996 Toyota Starlet

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

48,234 mi
Last recorded48,234 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2012
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP248 APF
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2012 48,234 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 39,051 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 39,051 miles

Nearside Front 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)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 33,481 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES 2-3MM ONLY

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 33,253 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES 2-3ML

Pass 16 Oct 2008 32,206 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 31,396 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 30,324 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 28,728 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES 2-3MM ONLY

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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P248 APF 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 P248 APF, 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 P248 APF?

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What year was P248 APF registered?

P248 APF is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 22 October 1996.

Is P248 APF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P248 APF 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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