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C153 YEC

1985 Toyota Starlet

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,934 mi
Last recorded51,934 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2016
Typical for 1985 Toyota Starlet69,858 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC153 YEC
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2016 51,934 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level seal slightly damping (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion wing (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion wing (6.1.A.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 48,989 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

front (both / outer) sills corroded

front (both) tyres slightly perished

Pass 19 Oct 2012 47,280 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

back box mount split

Fail 21 Oct 2011 46,827 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

brake warning light is on

front brake discs slightly pitted

two exhaust mounts not supporting exhaust

Pass 21 Oct 2011 46,827 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

brake warning light is on

front brake discs slightly pitted

two exhaust mounts not supporting exhaust

Pass 28 Oct 2010 46,404 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 46,404 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2009 45,941 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 45,453 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 19 Oct 2007 44,983 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 44,983 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 44,458 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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C153 YEC is a 1985 Toyota Starlet in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 C153 YEC, 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

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What year was C153 YEC registered?

C153 YEC is a 1985 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 16 August 1985.

Is C153 YEC safe to buy?

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