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P589 JKU

1996 Toyota Starlet

Green Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

106,528 mi
Last recorded106,528 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2016
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP589 JKU
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2016 106,528 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear both (3.5.1g)

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Jan 2016 103,123 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 100,870 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 99,112 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 97,847 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 96,279 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 87,509 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 79,720 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 71,459 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 64,625 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 58,672 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2006 58,672 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2005 56,779 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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P589 JKU is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Green with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P589 JKU, 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 P589 JKU registered?

P589 JKU is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 14 August 1996.

Is P589 JKU safe to buy?

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