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K255 KYG

2006 Toyota Starlet

Black Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2022
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

169,963 mi
Last recorded169,963 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2021
Typical for 2006 Toyota Starlet115,996 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK255 KYG
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2021 169,963 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

no rear seats or seatbelts fitted so unable to test

Fail 1 Oct 2021 169,963 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

no rear seats or seatbelts fitted so unable to test

Pass 8 Oct 2020 166,332 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 166,101 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 166,101 miles

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 161,156 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 May 2009 135,310 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 135,236 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 8 May 2008 121,722 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 121,709 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 10 May 2007 100,170 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2006 100,161 miles
Fail 8 May 2006

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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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K255 KYG is a 2006 Toyota Starlet in Black with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2006 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 115,996 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K255 KYG, 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 20 years old, this Toyota Starlet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K255 KYG registered?

K255 KYG is a 2006 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 16 May 2006.

Is K255 KYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for K255 KYG shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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