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L265 MJB

2005 Toyota Starlet

Black Petrol 1330cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

252,445 mi
Last recorded252,445 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
Typical for 2005 Toyota Starlet113,079 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL265 MJB
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,330cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2021 252,445 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 250,088 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 249,390 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 241,549 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 231,434 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 224,575 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 222,831 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

non-cat test carried out,no exact match found,cat fitted at time of test

Pass 23 Apr 2013 212,749 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

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

non-cat test carried out,no exact match found,cat fitted at time of test.

Pass 24 Jun 2012 200,717 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 190,208 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2010 176,286 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 11 Jul 2010 176,286 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 163,430 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2008 152,911 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2008 152,911 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jun 2008 15,241 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 145,125 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 12 May 2007 144,900 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 23 May 2006 136,540 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 136,540 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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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L265 MJB is a 2005 Toyota Starlet in Black with a 1,330cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 113,079 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 L265 MJB, 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 21 years old, this Toyota Starlet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L265 MJB registered?

L265 MJB is a 2005 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 1 June 2005.

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