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M498 FNW

2007 Toyota Starlet

Black Petrol 1330cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

193,583 mi
Last recorded193,583 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2014
Typical for 2007 Toyota Starlet121,140 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM498 FNW
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,330cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2014 193,583 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

rear rear seats not fitted at time of test

Pass 18 Jul 2013
Pass 3 Jul 2012 177,905 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 158,148 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 137,475 miles

Front wipers starting to smear

Minor blow of exhaust gases from centre pipe

N/S headlamp dimmer than O/S

Oil leak

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 126,703 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 126,702 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2007

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

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

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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M498 FNW is a 2007 Toyota Starlet in Black with a 1,330cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2007 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 121,140 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 M498 FNW, 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 19 years old, this Toyota Starlet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M498 FNW registered?

M498 FNW is a 2007 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 15 October 2007.

Is M498 FNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M498 FNW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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