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B258 NPB

1985 Toyota Starlet

Beige Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2012
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

75,484 mi
Last recorded75,484 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2011
Typical for 1985 Toyota Starlet69,858 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB258 NPB
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2011 75,484 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 25 Jan 2011 75,472 miles

Centre Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

nearside inner cv boot leaking

Pass 10 Nov 2009 67,508 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 67,493 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 64,522 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2008 64,511 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 61,481 miles

corrosion started in both rear sills

Fail 12 Sep 2007 61,481 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

corrosion started in both rear sills

Pass 30 Jun 2006 59,763 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 59,739 miles

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

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

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

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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B258 NPB is a 1985 Toyota Starlet in Beige with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 69,858 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 B258 NPB, 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 41 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 B258 NPB?

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What year was B258 NPB registered?

B258 NPB is a 1985 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B258 NPB safe to buy?

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