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HJB 423W

1981 Toyota Starlet

Bronze Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2023
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,919 mi
Last recorded64,919 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2022
Typical for 1981 Toyota Starlet51,089 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Toyota
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJB 423W
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 27 Jul 2022 64,919 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 64,854 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 11 Aug 2020 64,802 miles

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2019 64,753 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2018 64,714 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 64,674 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 64,485 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 64,428 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 64,228 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
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HJB 423W is a 1981 Toyota Starlet in Bronze with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 51,089 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 HJB 423W, 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 45 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 HJB 423W?

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What year was HJB 423W registered?

HJB 423W is a 1981 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 24 February 1981.

Is HJB 423W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJB 423W shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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