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P521 SDL

1996 Toyota Starlet

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,934 mi
Last recorded22,934 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2014
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP521 SDL
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2014 22,934 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 18,932 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 18,716 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 18,285 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 17,702 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 17,240 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 16,831 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 16,231 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 16,231 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 15,553 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2005 14,576 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2005 14,576 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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P521 SDL 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 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 P521 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 P521 SDL registered?

P521 SDL is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 22 August 1996.

Is P521 SDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P521 SDL shows 12 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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