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E455 SVF

1988 Toyota Starlet

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,843 mi
Last recorded89,843 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2009
Typical for 1988 Toyota Starlet69,583 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE455 SVF
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2009 89,843 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

floor pan corroded

front wipers starting to split

inner and outer sills corroded

Pass 7 Feb 2008 88,853 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

exaust rubbers perished

Pass 20 Feb 2007 87,982 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 16 Feb 2007 87,982 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Lower Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2006 86,222 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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E455 SVF is a 1988 Toyota Starlet in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 E455 SVF, 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 E455 SVF?

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What year was E455 SVF registered?

E455 SVF is a 1988 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 29 February 1988.

Is E455 SVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E455 SVF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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