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E489 HPE

1988 Toyota Starlet

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,856 mi
Last recorded82,856 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2009
Typical for 1988 Toyota Starlet69,583 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Toyota
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE489 HPE
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 30 Apr 2009 82,856 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 82,856 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 80,491 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 77,611 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

corrosion starting in rear of both outer sills

rear of front to rear brake pipes starting to corrode

Pass 29 Mar 2006 74,423 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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E489 HPE 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 E489 HPE, 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 E489 HPE?

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What year was E489 HPE registered?

E489 HPE is a 1988 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 1 March 1988.

Is E489 HPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E489 HPE 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.

Does E489 HPE have outstanding finance?

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