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F574 DCK

1989 Toyota Starlet

Grey Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

29,255 mi
Last recorded29,255 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2009
Typical for 1989 Toyota Starlet71,276 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF574 DCK
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2009 29,255 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 29,255 miles

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 28,897 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 28,897 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 12 Jun 2007 28,514 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 28,514 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 28,187 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2005 27,950 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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F574 DCK is a 1989 Toyota Starlet in Grey with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F574 DCK, 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 F574 DCK?

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What year was F574 DCK registered?

F574 DCK is a 1989 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 28 June 1989.

Is F574 DCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F574 DCK shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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