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P486 HAY

1996 Toyota Starlet

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

112,027 mi
Last recorded112,027 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2013
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP486 HAY
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2013 112,027 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 106,100 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2011 99,973 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 25 Aug 2011 99,973 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 93,376 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 86,584 miles

advise damage to rear including spare wheel well and floor which is not adversely affecting brakes or steering or the strength of the floor

Pass 5 Aug 2008 75,760 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2008 75,760 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Inner Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Inner Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 65,859 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 54,132 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2006 54,132 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2005 42,982 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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P486 HAY is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 P486 HAY, 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 P486 HAY registered?

P486 HAY is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P486 HAY safe to buy?

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