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P705 VFT

1996 Toyota Starlet

Green Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,869 mi
Last recorded131,869 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2014
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP705 VFT
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2014 131,869 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

corrosion various parts (including suspension components)

covers on wheels (unable to inspect wheel bolts/nuts)

Fail 6 Jun 2014 131,869 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

corrosion various parts (including suspension components)

covers on wheels (unable to inspect wheel bolts/nuts)

n/s wing mirror damaged

Pass 12 Jun 2013 127,516 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Radiator deteriorated

SRS Lamp Does Not Illuminate

Fail 11 Jun 2013 127,516 miles

Nearside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Radiator deteriorated

SRS Lamp Does Not Illuminate

Pass 21 Jun 2012 118,590 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 115,199 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2011 115,199 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 112,463 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 109,066 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 105,341 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 99,828 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 93,664 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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P705 VFT is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Green with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P705 VFT, 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 P705 VFT registered?

P705 VFT is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P705 VFT safe to buy?

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