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P359 TFH

1996 Toyota Starlet

Green Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

67,612 mi
Last recorded67,612 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP359 TFH
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Jan 2025 67,612 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2023 65,125 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 64,203 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 63,127 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 62,436 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 61,152 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 59,442 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 55,155 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 55,155 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 53,255 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 51,497 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 51,477 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 49,005 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 46,905 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 44,436 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 42,488 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 40,818 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 38,688 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 36,539 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 34,341 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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P359 TFH is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Green with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P359 TFH, 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 P359 TFH registered?

P359 TFH is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 12 August 1996.

Is P359 TFH safe to buy?

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