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CLZ 7839

1997 Toyota Starlet

Green Petrol 1331cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2012
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

25,417 mi
Last recorded25,417 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 Toyota Starlet73,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLZ 7839
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,331cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Sep 2011 25,417 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Oil leak

rear registration plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 5 Sep 2011 25,417 miles

Oil leak

rear registration plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 6 Aug 2010 16,979 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 30 Jul 2010 16,967 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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CLZ 7839 is a 1997 Toyota Starlet in Green with a 1,331cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 CLZ 7839, 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 CLZ 7839?

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What year was CLZ 7839 registered?

CLZ 7839 is a 1997 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is CLZ 7839 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLZ 7839 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CLZ 7839 have outstanding finance?

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