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P254 JHJ

1996 Toyota Starlet

Silver Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

55,447 mi
Last recorded55,447 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2017
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP254 JHJ
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2017 55,447 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 54,101 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 53,163 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 51,612 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 49,033 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 46,009 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 46,009 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 42,305 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 8 Aug 2009 39,028 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2008 33,853 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 33,612 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 32,669 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2005 31,332 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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P254 JHJ is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Silver with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P254 JHJ, 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 P254 JHJ?

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What year was P254 JHJ registered?

P254 JHJ is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 18 August 1996.

Is P254 JHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P254 JHJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P254 JHJ have outstanding finance?

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