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P949 JBC

1996 Toyota Starlet

White Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,542 mi
Last recorded79,542 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2007
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP949 JBC
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2007 79,542 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 72,111 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2006 72,111 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

handbrake travel high

nail in nearside rear tyre

oil leaks

small amount of grease leaked from nearside front outer driveshaft boot

small stonechip in drivers line of sight

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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P949 JBC is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in White with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P949 JBC, 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

How do I check the history of P949 JBC?

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What year was P949 JBC registered?

P949 JBC is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P949 JBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P949 JBC shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P949 JBC have outstanding finance?

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