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P937 NBJ

1996 Toyota Starlet

White Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

103,743 mi
Last recorded103,743 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2025
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP937 NBJ
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2025 103,743 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe slightly corroded at joint (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe slightly corroded at joint (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 10 Feb 2025 103,733 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe slightly corroded at joint (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe slightly corroded at joint (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 100,606 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear rear panel/boot floor damaged

both front shock protective gaiters split

rear wiper arm bent and blade split

Fail 9 Oct 2023 100,606 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear rear panel/boot floor damaged

both front shock protective gaiters split

rear wiper arm bent and blade split

Pass 10 Oct 2022 92,160 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 86,648 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Oct 2021 86,648 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 83,034 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2020 83,034 miles

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2019 79,240 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 78,479 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to flex hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 77,549 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to n/s & o/s/r flex hoses (3.6.B.2c)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 front & o/s/r below 3mm tread depth (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 75,710 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 74,001 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 71,620 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 68,175 miles

Corrosion of brake pipe out to O/S/R flexi hose.

Pass 17 Aug 2012 64,888 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 62,466 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 16 Aug 2011 62,466 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 58,987 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 55,200 miles

Nearside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 51,432 miles

OSF Tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 17 Aug 2007 47,475 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 43,905 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 40,408 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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P937 NBJ is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in White with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 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 P937 NBJ, 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 P937 NBJ registered?

P937 NBJ is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P937 NBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P937 NBJ shows 25 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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