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P48 BPJ

1996 Toyota Starlet

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

51,035 mi
Last recorded51,035 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2016
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP48 BPJ
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2016 51,035 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 31 Mar 2016 51,035 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2015 50,840 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 50,650 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 50,554 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 49,713 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 48,346 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 46,706 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 44,985 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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P48 BPJ is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Red with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P48 BPJ, 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 P48 BPJ registered?

P48 BPJ is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 14 November 1996.

Is P48 BPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P48 BPJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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