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L971 CVU

1993 Toyota Starlet

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

114,993 mi
Last recorded114,993 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2008
Typical for 1993 Toyota Starlet87,310 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL971 CVU
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2008 114,993 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 88,842 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 88,842 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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L971 CVU is a 1993 Toyota Starlet in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 87,310 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 L971 CVU, 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 33 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 L971 CVU?

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What year was L971 CVU registered?

L971 CVU is a 1993 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 26 August 1993.

Is L971 CVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L971 CVU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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