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P455 GOF

1996 Toyota Starlet

Green Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,587 mi
Last recorded61,587 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP455 GOF
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 61,587 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 60,826 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 59,939 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 59,064 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 58,222 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 57,572 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 56,855 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2019 56,855 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 56,064 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 56,063 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed WALLS (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed WALLS (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed WALLS (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Aug 2017 55,061 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 53,819 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracking (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Jul 2015 52,648 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2015 52,648 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 51,512 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 50,213 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 48,718 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 47,760 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 46,265 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 44,941 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 43,880 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 43,880 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 41,970 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 40,609 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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P455 GOF is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Green with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P455 GOF, 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 P455 GOF?

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What year was P455 GOF registered?

P455 GOF is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 14 December 1996.

Is P455 GOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P455 GOF shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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