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P979 RYM

1996 Toyota Starlet

Green Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

93,607 mi
Last recorded93,607 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2020
Typical for 1996 Toyota Starlet74,705 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP979 RYM
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2020 93,607 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing with age, date code is 36/01 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing with age, date code is 36/01 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 90,557 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2019 90,557 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2016 90,542 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 89,537 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 88,611 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all four tyres deteriorated

Pass 8 Jan 2013 88,071 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front tyre's deteriorated

rear tyre's deteriorated

Pass 5 Jan 2012 87,407 miles

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

Offside front tyre perished

Radiator corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 86,686 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2010 86,110 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2010 86,110 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 85,945 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2008 85,508 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2008 85,508 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 85,184 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 84,795 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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P979 RYM is a 1996 Toyota Starlet in Green with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P979 RYM, 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 P979 RYM?

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What year was P979 RYM registered?

P979 RYM is a 1996 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 30 November 1996.

Is P979 RYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P979 RYM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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