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P343 SWC

1996 Toyota Starlet

White Petrol 1331cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

109,478 mi
Last recorded109,478 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2012
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP343 SWC
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,331cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2012 109,478 miles

corrosion to exhaust

slight play in n/s/f shocker

Fail 4 Jul 2011 103,363 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

lowered suspension

Pass 4 Jul 2011 103,363 miles

lowered suspension

Pass 22 May 2010 97,672 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 89,246 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 82,023 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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P343 SWC is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in White with a 1,331cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P343 SWC, 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 P343 SWC?

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What year was P343 SWC registered?

P343 SWC is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 8 November 1996.

Is P343 SWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P343 SWC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P343 SWC have outstanding finance?

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