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P287 YPA

1996 Toyota Starlet

Green Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2023
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

38,283 mi
Last recorded38,283 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2022
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP287 YPA
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2022 38,283 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 24 Oct 2022 38,283 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside washer jet blocked

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

revers light inop

Pass 18 Oct 2021 34,560 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front brake pads appear to be wearing low

Pass 20 Aug 2020 33,518 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 32,761 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 31,805 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 31,558 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 31,361 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 30,236 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 29,868 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 28,549 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 27,771 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 8 Oct 2012 27,765 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 27,210 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 26,734 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 26,018 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 25,388 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 24,657 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 23,838 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2005 22,179 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Pass 25 Oct 2005 22,179 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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P287 YPA is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Green with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P287 YPA, 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 P287 YPA registered?

P287 YPA is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 25 October 1996.

Is P287 YPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P287 YPA shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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