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L846 XLM

1998 Toyota Starlet

Black Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

118,885 mi
Last recorded118,885 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2007
Typical for 1998 Toyota Starlet70,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL846 XLM
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2007 118,885 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 118,885 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

front flexis deteriorated

oil leak from bell housing

surface corrosion on exhaust and floor

vsual smoke from exhaust

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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L846 XLM is a 1998 Toyota Starlet in Black with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 70,199 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 L846 XLM, 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 28 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 L846 XLM?

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What year was L846 XLM registered?

L846 XLM is a 1998 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 22 December 1998.

Is L846 XLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L846 XLM shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L846 XLM have outstanding finance?

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