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D978 VHG

1987 Toyota Starlet

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2024
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,625 mi
Last recorded60,625 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2023
Typical for 1987 Toyota Starlet79,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD978 VHG
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2023 60,625 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 60,304 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing thin

Pass 24 Mar 2021 59,931 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2020 59,614 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 58,974 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing thin

rear outer sills corroded

Pass 14 Mar 2018 57,735 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 56,182 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 54,512 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 53,281 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 51,693 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 50,961 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 50,264 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 49,540 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 48,522 miles

corroision to rear wheel arches

Pass 19 Mar 2009 47,493 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 46,073 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 44,846 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 43,578 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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D978 VHG is a 1987 Toyota Starlet in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 79,288 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 D978 VHG, 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 39 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 D978 VHG registered?

D978 VHG is a 1987 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 31 March 1987.

Is D978 VHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for D978 VHG shows 18 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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