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P969 VHB

1996 Toyota Starlet

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

105,637 mi
Last recorded105,637 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2018
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP969 VHB
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2018 105,637 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perished (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Apr 2018 105,634 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perished (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 92,900 miles

Front coil spring corroded nearside and offside (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 92,300 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 90,781 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 88,665 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 84,814 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 81,537 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 78,606 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 75,436 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 70,804 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 68,197 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 64,293 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2005 59,766 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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P969 VHB is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 P969 VHB, 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.

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What year was P969 VHB registered?

P969 VHB is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 21 November 1996.

Is P969 VHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P969 VHB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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