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DLZ 1468

1998 Toyota Starlet

Green Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,246 mi
Last recorded122,246 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2015
Typical for 1998 Toyota Starlet70,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLZ 1468
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2015 122,246 miles

wheel trims fitted alround

Pass 6 May 2014 117,107 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 117,107 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 112,073 miles

wheel trims fitted alround

Fail 6 Apr 2013 112,023 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

wheel trims fitted alround

Pass 17 Apr 2012 107,808 miles

wheel trims fitted alround

Pass 21 Apr 2011 103,335 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Apr 2010 99,552 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 23 Apr 2010 99,552 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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DLZ 1468 is a 1998 Toyota Starlet in Green with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 70,199 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 DLZ 1468, 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 28 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 DLZ 1468 registered?

DLZ 1468 is a 1998 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is DLZ 1468 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLZ 1468 shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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