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P461 OWU

1996 Toyota Starlet

Green Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

69,926 mi
Last recorded69,926 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2012
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP461 OWU
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2012 69,926 miles

oil leak

slight middle exhaust leak

surface rust on brake pipes

Pass 24 Nov 2011 65,053 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 59,999 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 56,764 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 52,535 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 48,316 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 48,316 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2006 44,286 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 37,169 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2005 37,169 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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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P461 OWU is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Green with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P461 OWU, 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 P461 OWU?

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What year was P461 OWU registered?

P461 OWU is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 29 August 1996.

Is P461 OWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P461 OWU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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