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P278 WPR

1996 Toyota Starlet

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

81,715 mi
Last recorded81,715 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2018
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP278 WPR
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2018 81,715 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 80,640 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 80,636 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 79,437 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2015 77,448 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 77,448 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 75,354 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 73,329 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 70,956 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 70,933 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 68,553 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 66,304 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 17 Jul 2009 63,326 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2009 63,326 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 60,045 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 55,303 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 49,645 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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P278 WPR is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Red with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 P278 WPR, 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 P278 WPR registered?

P278 WPR is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 13 August 1996.

Is P278 WPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P278 WPR shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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