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P371 HTW

1996 Toyota Starlet

White Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

56,871 mi
Last recorded56,871 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP371 HTW
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 56,871 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2024 56,738 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2022 55,827 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2022 55,827 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2019 55,768 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 55,610 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 52,713 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 49,571 miles

o/s rear light damaged

Pass 4 Mar 2015 48,910 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 48,201 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 46,453 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 45,874 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 44,555 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 43,940 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 42,554 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 40,975 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 40,975 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 38,568 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 35,315 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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P371 HTW is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in White with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 P371 HTW, 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 P371 HTW?

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What year was P371 HTW registered?

P371 HTW is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P371 HTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P371 HTW shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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