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ABH 242C

1997 Toyota Starlet

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,499 mi
Last recorded33,499 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2014
Typical for 1997 Toyota Starlet73,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABH 242C
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 11 Jan 2014 33,499 miles

front discs pitted

rear tyres cracking

rear wiper split

Pass 12 Jan 2013 30,946 miles

rear brake pipes slight corrosion

rear tyres cracking

rear wiper split

Pass 3 Feb 2012 27,987 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 22,918 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 22,873 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 22,402 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 21,960 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 21,608 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2006 21,019 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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ABH 242C is a 1997 Toyota Starlet in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ABH 242C, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ABH 242C?

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What year was ABH 242C registered?

ABH 242C is a 1997 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is ABH 242C safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABH 242C shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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