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Toyota Starlet

Green · Petrol · 1996 · 1,332 cc

P97 DTOMOT history

P97 DTO is a green petrol Toyota Starlet first used on 11 Sept 1996. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 22 of 32 MOT tests, with 142,064 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
142,064 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
22 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,636 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P97 DTO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Starlet
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,332 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
11 Sept 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P97 DTO was last recorded at 142,064 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 2,910 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,154 miles · 9 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,910 miles
Average per year
5,636 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,064 miles
  • 2025 – 139,154 miles
  • 2024 – 133,600 miles
  • 2023 – 128,205 miles
  • 2022 – 120,261 miles
  • 2021 – 114,778 miles
  • 2020 – 107,575 miles
  • 2019 – 100,299 miles
  • 2018 – 95,009 miles
  • 2017 – 94,588 miles
  • 2016 – 92,522 miles
  • 2015 – 88,681 miles
  • 2014 – 83,425 miles
  • 2013 – 77,757 miles
  • 2012 – 72,024 miles
  • 2011 – 68,736 miles
  • 2010 – 61,717 miles
  • 2009 – 51,611 miles
  • 2008 – 42,644 miles
  • 2007 – 33,322 miles
  • 2006 – 26,872 miles
  • 2005 – 26,129 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,064 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

32 tests since 5 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,064 miles (+2,910)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    142,064 miles
    Test number
    602632963555
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass139,154 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    139,154 miles
    Test number
    767984032013
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bumper mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail139,153 miles (+5,553)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,153 miles
    Test number
    831754459822
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass133,600 miles (+5,395)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    133,600 miles
    Test number
    677645440139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass128,205 miles (+7,944)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    128,205 miles
    Test number
    712782954393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass120,261 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    120,261 miles
    Test number
    263627691677
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail120,261 miles (+5,483)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,261 miles
    Test number
    747279009199
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorCentral Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass114,778 miles (+6)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    114,778 miles
    Test number
    552716826617
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail114,772 miles (+7,197)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,772 miles
    Test number
    105085684830
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass107,575 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    107,575 miles
    Test number
    818102826008
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail107,571 miles (+7,272)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,571 miles
    Test number
    588289395438
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass100,299 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    100,299 miles
    Test number
    568419335369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail100,278 miles (+5,269)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,278 miles
    Test number
    688791479689
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass95,009 miles (+421)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    95,009 miles
    Test number
    755740036588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass94,588 miles (+2,066)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    94,588 miles
    Test number
    830242044825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass92,522 miles (+3,841)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    92,522 miles
    Test number
    751546723916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass88,681 miles (+5,256)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    88,681 miles
    Test number
    273376475949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail83,425 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,425 miles
    Test number
    649764044233
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass83,425 miles (+5,668)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    83,425 miles
    Test number
    979804444269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass77,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    77,757 miles
    Test number
    565424313207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail77,757 miles (+5,733)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,757 miles
    Test number
    679574513249
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass72,024 miles (+3,288)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    72,024 miles
    Test number
    725314962205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass68,736 miles (+7,019)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    68,736 miles
    Test number
    415006361277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail61,717 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,717 miles
    Test number
    534254360262
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

  25. Pass61,717 miles (+10,106)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    61,717 miles
    Test number
    710054960235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass51,611 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    51,611 miles
    Test number
    634161869211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail51,611 miles (+8,967)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,611 miles
    Test number
    270060769245
    • FailureHeadlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  28. Pass42,644 miles (+9,322)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    42,644 miles
    Test number
    890616658203
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  29. Pass33,322 miles (+6,450)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    33,322 miles
    Test number
    281273947203
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished

  30. Fail26,872 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,872 miles
    Test number
    694101356236
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  31. Pass26,872 miles (+743)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    26,872 miles
    Test number
    811051656290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass26,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    26,129 miles
    Test number
    451138045241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P97 DTO

Does P97 DTO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P97 DTO is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on P97 DTO?
The MOT on P97 DTO is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P97 DTO done?
P97 DTO was recorded at 142,064 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 5,636 miles a year.
Has P97 DTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P97 DTO has failed 10 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on P97 DTO ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on P97 DTO find?
P97 DTO passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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