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P408 FWP

1996 Toyota Starlet

Silver Petrol 1330cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,035 mi
Last recorded111,035 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2011
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP408 FWP
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,330cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2011 111,035 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 99,719 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.6d)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 99,719 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 84,922 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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P408 FWP is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Silver with a 1,330cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P408 FWP, 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 P408 FWP registered?

P408 FWP is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 1 October 1996.

Is P408 FWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P408 FWP shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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