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M557 VPT

2003 Toyota Starlet

White Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

124,918 mi
Last recorded124,918 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2012
Typical for 2003 Toyota Starlet112,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM557 VPT
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2012 124,918 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 117,178 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 117,178 miles

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

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

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 112,885 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 110,218 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 107,420 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 107,420 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2007 104,972 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2007 104,972 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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)

Pass 7 Feb 2006 101,979 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2004 95,855 miles

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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M557 VPT is a 2003 Toyota Starlet in White with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 M557 VPT, 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.

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What year was M557 VPT registered?

M557 VPT is a 2003 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 1 February 2003.

Is M557 VPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M557 VPT shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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