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M562 KCG

1997 Toyota Starlet

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

73,482 mi
Last recorded73,482 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Toyota Starlet73,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM562 KCG
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 73,482 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 4 Jul 2017 73,482 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 64,955 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 53,528 miles

both rear tyre side walls slightly perished

Pass 15 Jul 2014 42,369 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 30,326 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 27,904 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 26,105 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 25,646 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 25,473 miles

NOTED> CClutch bite is high.

Nearside front tyre is worn at edges.

Slight bind at nearside rear wheel.

Pass 17 Jul 2008 25,135 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 24,756 miles

N/S/F tyre abit scuffed at outer sidewall

Pass 26 Jul 2006 24,100 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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M562 KCG is a 1997 Toyota Starlet in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 73,648 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 M562 KCG, 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 29 years old, this Toyota Starlet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M562 KCG registered?

M562 KCG is a 1997 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is M562 KCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M562 KCG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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