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P383 VFH

1996 Toyota Starlet

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

154,686 mi
Last recorded154,686 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2019
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP383 VFH
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2019 154,686 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2019 154,665 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 0.777 (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2018 143,909 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2018 143,909 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2017 132,550 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 118,532 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 101,701 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 84,251 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2013 73,959 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 64,460 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 64,099 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 62,955 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 61,468 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 61,468 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 58,126 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 54,802 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 50,693 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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P383 VFH 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 82.4%.

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 P383 VFH, 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 P383 VFH registered?

P383 VFH is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 31 October 1996.

Is P383 VFH safe to buy?

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