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E398 XKR

1988 Toyota Starlet

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

59,823 mi
Last recorded59,823 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2011
Typical for 1988 Toyota Starlet69,583 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE398 XKR
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2011 59,823 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 55,980 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 3 Nov 2009 55,980 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 53,116 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 46,946 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2007 46,946 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 May 2006 46,156 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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E398 XKR is a 1988 Toyota Starlet in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 69,583 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 E398 XKR, 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 38 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 E398 XKR?

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What year was E398 XKR registered?

E398 XKR is a 1988 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 15 April 1988.

Is E398 XKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E398 XKR shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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