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G149 MEX

1990 Toyota Starlet

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

91,027 mi
Last recorded91,027 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2008
Typical for 1990 Toyota Starlet79,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG149 MEX
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2008 91,027 miles

Oil leak

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 Oct 2008 91,027 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 87,757 miles

exhaust blowing from front down pipe flange

Pass 24 Oct 2006 81,646 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre sidewall slightly perished

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

Fail 24 Oct 2006 81,646 miles

Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside rear tyre sidewall slightly perished

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

Pass 13 Dec 2005 76,398 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2005 76,398 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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G149 MEX is a 1990 Toyota Starlet in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1990 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 79,242 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 G149 MEX, 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 36 years old, this Toyota Starlet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G149 MEX registered?

G149 MEX is a 1990 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 18 May 1990.

Is G149 MEX safe to buy?

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