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K248 LMY

1997 Toyota Starlet

White Diesel 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

238,984 mi
Last recorded238,984 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2015
Typical for 1997 Toyota Starlet73,648 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK248 LMY
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2015 238,984 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 219,431 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 197,277 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 173,227 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 173,227 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 164,860 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 160,395 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 154,342 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 152,303 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 152,303 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 148,194 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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K248 LMY is a 1997 Toyota Starlet in White with a 999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 K248 LMY, 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 K248 LMY?

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What year was K248 LMY registered?

K248 LMY is a 1997 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 11 November 1997.

Is K248 LMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for K248 LMY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K248 LMY have outstanding finance?

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