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G453 XWS

1990 Toyota Starlet

Grey Petrol 1331cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2021
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

180,356 mi
Last recorded180,356 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2020
Typical for 1990 Toyota Starlet79,242 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG453 XWS
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,331cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2020 180,356 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 180,098 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 171,230 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 166,663 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 27 Sep 2016 166,663 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 164,390 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 163,609 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Apr 2014 163,609 miles

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 159,158 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 159,158 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 152,100 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2008 152,011 miles

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fail 10 Oct 2008 152,010 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 140,134 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 140,133 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Mar 2006 132,513 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 132,513 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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G453 XWS is a 1990 Toyota Starlet in Grey with a 1,331cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 G453 XWS, 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.

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What year was G453 XWS registered?

G453 XWS is a 1990 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G453 XWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G453 XWS shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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