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P703 BJU

1996 Toyota Starlet

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

101,825 mi
Last recorded101,825 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2011
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP703 BJU
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2011 101,825 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside headlight aim on upper limit

wiper blades are slightly worn

Fail 1 Aug 2011 101,825 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside headlight aim on upper limit

wiper blades are slightly worn

Pass 12 Aug 2010 104,078 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Aug 2010 104,078 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 94,401 miles

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 85,747 miles

nearside headlight aim on lower limit

Pass 16 Aug 2007 78,118 miles

o/s h/lamp security

Pass 18 Aug 2006 72,624 miles

nearside headlamp slightly insecure

offside headlamp slightly insecure

slight play off side hub

Pass 26 Sep 2005 68,780 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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P703 BJU 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 77.8%.

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 P703 BJU, 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 P703 BJU registered?

P703 BJU is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 14 August 1996.

Is P703 BJU safe to buy?

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