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F238 MYJ

1989 Toyota Starlet

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,326 mi
Last recorded95,326 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2009
Typical for 1989 Toyota Starlet71,276 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF238 MYJ
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 30 Jun 2009 95,326 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 91,774 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 83,905 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2006 77,205 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 74,084 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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F238 MYJ is a 1989 Toyota Starlet in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 71,276 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 F238 MYJ, 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 37 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 F238 MYJ?

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What year was F238 MYJ registered?

F238 MYJ is a 1989 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 14 July 1989.

Is F238 MYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F238 MYJ 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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