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P440 YEL

1996 Toyota Starlet

Silver Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

111,562 mi
Last recorded111,562 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP440 YEL
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2016 111,562 miles

almost excessive imbalance to rear brakes

front brake pads close to minimum

o/s/r and o/s/f shock absorbers have a light misting of oil

slight play o/s/r wheel bearing

Fail 12 Aug 2016 111,562 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

almost excessive imbalance to rear brakes

front brake pads close to minimum

o/s/r and o/s/f shock absorbers have a light misting of oil

slight play o/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 17 Aug 2015 93,188 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 17 Aug 2015 93,188 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 91,689 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 88,267 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 85,479 miles

Lower radiator core slightly deteriorated.

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 82,077 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 77,523 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 77,523 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 72,415 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 68,720 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 65,255 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 61,639 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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P440 YEL is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Silver with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P440 YEL, 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 P440 YEL registered?

P440 YEL is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 29 August 1996.

Is P440 YEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P440 YEL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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