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F856 RTW

1989 Toyota Starlet

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,030 mi
Last recorded78,030 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2015
Typical for 1989 Toyota Starlet71,276 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF856 RTW
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2015 78,030 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 77,290 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 76,513 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2012 75,684 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 75,684 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 74,545 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 73,467 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 73,467 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2009 72,442 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 71,566 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 70,465 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 68,649 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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F856 RTW is a 1989 Toyota Starlet in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 F856 RTW, 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 F856 RTW?

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What year was F856 RTW registered?

F856 RTW is a 1989 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 29 March 1989.

Is F856 RTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F856 RTW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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