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P820 CDC

1996 Toyota Starlet

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

55,957 mi
Last recorded55,957 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2023
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP820 CDC
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2023 55,957 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 41,505 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2022 41,501 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 37,886 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 36,400 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 32,142 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2017 29,623 miles

N/S/Front Tyre Wearing On Outer Edge.

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 1 Nov 2017 29,622 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

N/S/Front Tyre Wearing On Outer Edge.

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 28,222 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 21 Sep 2016 28,221 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 28 Sep 2015 27,136 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 28 Sep 2015 27,136 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 27,930 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 24,929 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 23,112 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 20,317 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear tyres are cracked and perished, recommend replacement.

Pass 12 Jul 2012 20,317 miles

Rear tyres are cracked and perished, recommend replacement.

Pass 18 Jul 2011 18,083 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 16,878 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 15,683 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 13,945 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 12,106 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 8,352 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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P820 CDC is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 P820 CDC, 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 P820 CDC registered?

P820 CDC is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P820 CDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P820 CDC shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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