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J489 CPU

2003 Toyota Starlet

Green Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

131,141 mi
Last recorded131,141 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Toyota Starlet112,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ489 CPU
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2020 131,141 miles

All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Aug 2020 131,438 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front All position lamps light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 128,009 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 127,336 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 14 Apr 2018 127,336 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 127,058 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 127,058 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 125,281 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 122,958 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 118,527 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2012 111,690 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 111,687 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 66,370 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 65,153 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 63,932 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 62,620 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 60,210 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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J489 CPU is a 2003 Toyota Starlet in Green with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 112,004 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 J489 CPU, 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 23 years old, this Toyota Starlet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J489 CPU registered?

J489 CPU is a 2003 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 11 July 2003.

Is J489 CPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J489 CPU shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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