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P946 JAR

1996 Toyota Starlet

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

103,449 mi
Last recorded103,449 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2016
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP946 JAR
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2016 103,449 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 10 Jan 2015 98,540 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2014 91,768 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 83,378 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2011 79,248 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 10 Nov 2011

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Both rear seat belts are slow to return.

N/S/F shock is weeping very slightly, Recommend replacing.

O/S mirror damaged, recommend replacing.

Pass 17 Nov 2010 74,775 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 68,715 miles

advise n/s/r wheel bearing has very slight play

Pass 14 Oct 2008 63,832 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 62,119 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 52,342 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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P946 JAR is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P946 JAR, 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 P946 JAR registered?

P946 JAR is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 30 September 1996.

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