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J598 DYB

1992 Toyota Starlet

Grey Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

106,859 mi
Last recorded106,859 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2009
Typical for 1992 Toyota Starlet80,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ598 DYB
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2009 106,859 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 105,513 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 103,949 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 102,655 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 102,615 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

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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J598 DYB is a 1992 Toyota Starlet in Grey with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 80,742 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 J598 DYB, 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 34 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 J598 DYB?

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What year was J598 DYB registered?

J598 DYB is a 1992 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 30 March 1992.

Is J598 DYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J598 DYB shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J598 DYB have outstanding finance?

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