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G154 SBW

1989 Toyota Starlet

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,726 mi
Last recorded81,726 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2006
Typical for 1989 Toyota Starlet71,276 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG154 SBW
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2006 81,726 miles

centre of exhaust small leak

front tyres tread worn low

near side rear wheel bearing slight play

under side surface corrosion

Pass 2 Sep 2005 75,691 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2005 75,687 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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G154 SBW is a 1989 Toyota Starlet in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G154 SBW, 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 G154 SBW?

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What year was G154 SBW registered?

G154 SBW is a 1989 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 30 August 1989.

Is G154 SBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G154 SBW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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