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A7 MBY

1997 Toyota Starlet

Pink Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

63,564 mi
Last recorded63,564 miles
Recorded on6 May 2014
Typical for 1997 Toyota Starlet73,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 MBY
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1997
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2014 63,564 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 47,948 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 46,176 miles

both rear tyres perished

Fail 24 Feb 2012 46,176 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

both rear tyres perished

Pass 25 Feb 2011 44,022 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 38,154 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front tyres have low tread

engine oil level very low topped up 1.5 ltrs

offside front indicator lamp loose

Pass 23 Jul 2009 33,933 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 32,006 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 30,250 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 28,399 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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A7 MBY is a 1997 Toyota Starlet in Pink with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 73,648 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 A7 MBY, 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 29 years old, this Toyota Starlet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A7 MBY registered?

A7 MBY is a 1997 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 17 December 1997.

Is A7 MBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 MBY shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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