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P26 MGS

1996 Toyota Starlet

Silver Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

155,402 mi
Last recorded155,402 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2013
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP26 MGS
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2013 155,402 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 149,530 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 149,530 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/r tyre under inflated

Pass 24 Nov 2011 143,345 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 136,399 miles

Rear index plate water damage readable

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

Fail 14 Oct 2010 136,399 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Rear index plate water damage readable

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

Pass 3 Aug 2009 129,823 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate cracked

L/H horn button loose

Rear registration plate slight water damage

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 125,050 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 125,050 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 31 Jul 2007 111,175 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 111,175 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 99,373 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 99,373 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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P26 MGS 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 61.5%.

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 P26 MGS, 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 P26 MGS registered?

P26 MGS is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 14 October 1996.

Is P26 MGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P26 MGS shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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