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J16 TTE

1997 Toyota Starlet

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,907 mi
Last recorded8,907 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Toyota Starlet73,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ16 TTE
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2026 8,907 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 8,797 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 8,348 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 7,916 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 7,726 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 7,635 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 6,667 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 5,271 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 4,959 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 3,546 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 2,769 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 1,818 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 1,445 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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J16 TTE is a 1997 Toyota Starlet in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 73,648 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 J16 TTE, 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 29 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 J16 TTE?

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What year was J16 TTE registered?

J16 TTE is a 1997 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is J16 TTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for J16 TTE shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J16 TTE have outstanding finance?

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