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M51 XTM

2003 Toyota Starlet

White Petrol 1331cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests33 (20 pass, 13 fail)
Pass rate60.6%

Mileage

131,725 mi
Last recorded131,725 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Starlet112,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM51 XTM
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,331cc

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MOT History

20 pass 13 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 131,725 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 131,433 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2025 131,433 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 131,332 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2022 131,171 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2022 131,167 miles

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 131,008 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2021 131,008 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 130,987 miles

handbrake lever high

Pass 28 May 2019 130,844 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2018 130,476 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 130,459 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 May 2017 130,047 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 129,580 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 129,571 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 May 2015 129,199 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 129,199 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 May 2014 128,606 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 128,600 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2013 128,159 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 127,548 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 127,548 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 126,798 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 126,796 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Feb 2010 125,029 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2010 125,025 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 123,726 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 123,704 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 15 Jan 2008 121,742 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 121,724 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Dec 2006 118,471 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 114,387 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2005 114,294 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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M51 XTM is a 2003 Toyota Starlet in White with a 1,331cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 33 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.6%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 112,004 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 M51 XTM, 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 23 years old, this Toyota Starlet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M51 XTM registered?

M51 XTM is a 2003 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is M51 XTM safe to buy?

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