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Starway CL50 Qt Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Starway CL50 Qt reliable? We analysed 287 real MOT tests across 122 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 287 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
73.9%
Typical Mileage
3,113mi
Annual Mileage
313mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
26yrs

The Starway CL50 Qt is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Starway CL50 Qt.

Starway CL50 Qt Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Starway CL50 Qt. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Starway CL50 Qt MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Starway CL50 Qt to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

77.6%
2001
67.3%
2000

Starway CL50 Qt Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Starway CL50 Qt fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 13
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Headlamp aim too high 6
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 5
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 5
Headlamp aim too low 4
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 4
Steering lock stop ineffective 4
Registration plate insecure 3

Starway CL50 Qt Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Starway CL50 Qt owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
35 mi/yr
Typical
313 mi/yr
Average
662 mi/yr
Heavy usage
961 mi/yr

Starway CL50 Qt MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Starway CL50 Qt year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2001 58 77.6% 1,585 3,561 6,014
2000 52 67.3% 1,583 3,504 4,623

How Long Does a Starway CL50 Qt Last?

Based on 122 Starway CL50 Qt vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.9 years
Median
5.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
26 years

Starway CL50 Qt Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Starway CL50 Qt MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
3,113 mi
75th Percentile
4,827 mi
95th Percentile
10,300 mi
Max Recorded
19,249 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Starway CL50 Qt

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2001

77.6% MOT pass rate from 58 tests

Year to avoid
2000

67.3% MOT pass rate from 52 tests

The best year to buy a used Starway CL50 Qt is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 77.6% across 58 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Starway CL50 Qt Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Starway CL50 Qt THIS CAR 73.9% 287 3,113 mi 26 yrs
Ktm 690 Smc R 22 88.3% 188 3,133 mi — yrs
Mini Countryman Coopr S Brdwlk ED A 90.9% 307 25,728 mi — yrs
BMW 730D SE Auto 79.1% 549 109,272 mi — yrs
Toyota Corolla T2 D-4D 75.5% 412 141,495 mi — yrs

Compared to the Ktm 690 Smc R 22 (88.3% pass rate) and the Mini Countryman Coopr S Brdwlk ED A (90.9% pass rate), the Starway CL50 Qt trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Starway CL50 Qt?

The Starway CL50 Qt has an overall MOT pass rate of 73.9% across 287 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Starway CL50 Qt are brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (13 recorded failures), shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (6), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (6). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Starway CL50 Qt owner drives around 313 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Starway CL50 Qt models stay on UK roads for around 26 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Starway CL50 Qt — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Starway CL50 Qt reliable?
Based on 287 MOT tests, the Starway CL50 Qt has a 73.9% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Starway CL50 Qt?
The most common MOT failures are brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, shock absorber has inadequate damping effect., and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Starway CL50 Qt do per year?
The typical Starway CL50 Qt does around 313 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Starway CL50 Qt last?
Most Starway CL50 Qt models stay on UK roads for around 26 years based on our analysis of 122 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Starway CL50 Qt?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Starway CL50 Qt?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Starway CL50 Qt is 2001 with a 77.6% pass rate across 58 tests.