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F487 JTM

1988 Toyota Starlet

Beige Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,933 mi
Last recorded64,933 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2007
Typical for 1988 Toyota Starlet69,583 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Toyota
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF487 JTM
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1988
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2007 64,933 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2006 55,655 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 46,485 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2005 46,485 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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F487 JTM is a 1988 Toyota Starlet in Beige with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F487 JTM, 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 F487 JTM?

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What year was F487 JTM registered?

F487 JTM is a 1988 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 22 November 1988.

Is F487 JTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F487 JTM shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F487 JTM have outstanding finance?

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