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P821 SBV

1996 Toyota Starlet

White Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP821 SBV
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2017
Pass 4 Sep 2015 37,976 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 37,039 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 37,039 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust system has several small leaks throughout system (corrosion pinholes)

Offside windscreen washer has reduced fluid output (one jet blocked)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 36,161 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 34,825 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

O/S/R Tyre starting to crack

both front tyres starting to crack

Pass 26 Aug 2011 33,824 miles

Both Front Tyre's,Tread Area Is Split, Also N/S/F Tyre,Outer Sidewall Is Starting To Split (165/70 R13).

O/S/R Tyre,Tread Area Is Starting To Split (165/70 R13 79T).

Various Areas Underneath Vehicle,Starting To Corrode.

Pass 6 Sep 2010 32,561 miles

O/S/F+N/S/F Tyre's,Tread Area Is Split (165/70 R13 83R).

Various Areas Underneath Vehicle,Starting To Corrode.

Pass 10 Aug 2009 31,116 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 29,627 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 29,627 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

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

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

Radiator Core,Deteriorated/Corroded.

Pass 28 Aug 2007 27,763 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 27,763 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 26,134 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 24,173 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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P821 SBV is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in White with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P821 SBV, 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 P821 SBV registered?

P821 SBV is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 27 September 1996.

Is P821 SBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P821 SBV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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