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GAZ 8874

1998 Toyota Starlet

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

67,640 mi
Last recorded67,640 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Toyota Starlet70,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAZ 8874
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 67,640 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 67,555 miles
Pass 1 May 2023 67,383 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 67,141 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 66,912 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 105,235 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 104,146 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2011 104,146 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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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GAZ 8874 is a 1998 Toyota Starlet in Red with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 70,199 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 GAZ 8874, 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 28 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 GAZ 8874 registered?

GAZ 8874 is a 1998 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is GAZ 8874 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAZ 8874 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GAZ 8874 have outstanding finance?

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