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P506 SDL

1996 Toyota Starlet

Green Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

52,291 mi
Last recorded52,291 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP506 SDL
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 52,291 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 51,886 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Dec 2023 51,886 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 51,157 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 50,674 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 50,672 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 50,118 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 49,166 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 48,189 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 47,364 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 45,987 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 45,600 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 45,401 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 45,253 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 45,038 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 44,358 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 43,526 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 42,708 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 41,584 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 41,584 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 40,866 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 40,081 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2005 38,775 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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P506 SDL is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Green with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 P506 SDL, 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 P506 SDL registered?

P506 SDL is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 6 August 1996.

Is P506 SDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P506 SDL shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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