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G521 XBX

1989 Toyota Starlet

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

93,280 mi
Last recorded93,280 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2006
Typical for 1989 Toyota Starlet71,276 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG521 XBX
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2006 93,280 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 93,280 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

n/s/front tyre sidewall perishing, also nail in tread

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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G521 XBX is a 1989 Toyota Starlet in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 G521 XBX, 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 G521 XBX?

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What year was G521 XBX registered?

G521 XBX is a 1989 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 12 September 1989.

Is G521 XBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G521 XBX shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G521 XBX have outstanding finance?

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