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P255 XBB

1996 Toyota Starlet

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

105,188 mi
Last recorded105,188 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP255 XBB
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 105,188 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 104,408 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 104,288 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2024 104,288 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 102,087 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 99,860 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 96,740 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement beam bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

offside front brake disc backplate deteriorated

Pass 9 Nov 2018 93,105 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 91,628 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 88,205 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 84,638 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 81,078 miles

Front Brake Discs Corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2012 80,475 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 80,475 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 77,942 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2011 77,942 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 77,239 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 76,888 miles

inbalance on front brakes of 24%

slight exhaust blow on rear joint

Pass 10 Sep 2008 74,995 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2008 74,995 miles

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)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 72,095 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 67,449 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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P255 XBB is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 P255 XBB, 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 P255 XBB?

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What year was P255 XBB registered?

P255 XBB is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 18 October 1996.

Is P255 XBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P255 XBB shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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