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P960 YPK

1996 Toyota Starlet

White Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

56,571 mi
Last recorded56,571 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP960 YPK
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 56,571 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2024 56,042 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 55,471 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2022 54,911 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Rear fuel tank corroded

Fail 25 Aug 2022 54,911 miles

Offside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Rear fuel tank corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2021 54,343 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 53,588 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2019 52,657 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2018 51,848 miles

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

front suspension corroded

Pass 6 Sep 2017 51,011 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 49,423 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 47,863 miles

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

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

Rear panhard rod corroded,not considered excessive

Pass 12 Sep 2014 46,536 miles

Offside rear wheel bearing deteriorating

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 45,680 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 44,016 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 42,731 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 41,473 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 40,640 miles

rear registration plate deteriorating

Pass 8 Sep 2008 38,067 miles

Both rear tyres perrished

Radiator corroded

Pass 11 Sep 2007 32,132 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 32,132 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2006 29,287 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2005 26,093 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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P960 YPK is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in White with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 P960 YPK, 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 P960 YPK?

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What year was P960 YPK registered?

P960 YPK is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 17 September 1996.

Is P960 YPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P960 YPK shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P960 YPK have outstanding finance?

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