CarVerify

Free Car Check

H29 JAP

1998 Toyota Starlet

Blue Petrol 1332cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

87,489 mi
Last recorded87,489 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Toyota Starlet70,199 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Toyota
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationH29 JAP
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 87,489 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2026 87,378 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak back box join (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 22 Mar 2025 85,250 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 84,939 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 83,480 miles

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 82,107 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 80,239 miles

Offside front shock starting to leak

Nearside rear tyre 2mm/cracking

Pass 27 Mar 2020 78,624 miles

Offside front shock starting to leak

Fail 27 Mar 2020 78,624 miles

Offside front shock starting to leak

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 75,770 miles

Offside front shock starting to leak

Pass 5 Apr 2018 73,953 miles

Offside front shock absorber starting to leak

Pass 5 Apr 2017 72,707 miles

Offside front shock starting to leak

Pass 6 Apr 2016 71,287 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 68,690 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 65,231 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 61,679 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 58,165 miles

slight play nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 6 Apr 2011 54,560 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 54,560 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2010 48,899 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 48,899 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 44,400 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Apr 2008 40,524 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 36,585 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 33,578 miles

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
Full Toyota Starlet reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

H29 JAP is a 1998 Toyota Starlet in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 H29 JAP, 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

How do I check the history of H29 JAP?

You can check the full history of H29 JAP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was H29 JAP registered?

H29 JAP is a 1998 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is H29 JAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H29 JAP shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H29 JAP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on H29 JAP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.