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A638 DGW

1983 Toyota Starlet

White Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

51,098 mi
Last recorded51,098 miles
Recorded on21 May 2013
Typical for 1983 Toyota Starlet56,257 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA638 DGW
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2013 51,098 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 47,805 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2011 44,354 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

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

brake fluid reservoir level low

n/s and o/s front steering arms have slight play in ball joints

n/s wiper blade is slightly deteriorated

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 41,626 miles

both front discs worn

Fail 8 Jun 2010 41,626 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

both front discs worn

Pass 29 Dec 2008 39,759 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2008 39,751 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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A638 DGW is a 1983 Toyota Starlet in White with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1983 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 56,257 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A638 DGW, 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 43 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 A638 DGW?

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What year was A638 DGW registered?

A638 DGW is a 1983 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A638 DGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A638 DGW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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