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K159 XFX

1994 Toyota Starlet

Black Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

133,295 mi
Last recorded133,295 miles
Recorded on24 May 2012
Typical for 1994 Toyota Starlet85,796 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK159 XFX
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2012 133,295 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

Fail 8 May 2012 133,271 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

oil leak

Pass 13 Oct 2010 125,790 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 118,712 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 118,712 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 109,760 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 100,731 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 98,533 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 98,529 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2005 83,477 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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K159 XFX is a 1994 Toyota Starlet in Black with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1994 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 85,796 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 K159 XFX, 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 32 years old, this Toyota Starlet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K159 XFX registered?

K159 XFX is a 1994 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 30 June 1994.

Is K159 XFX safe to buy?

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