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N274 FKU

2008 Toyota Starlet

Silver Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

188,591 mi
Last recorded188,591 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Starlet124,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN274 FKU
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 188,591 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Sep 2023 188,478 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2021 188,200 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 187,833 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 185,525 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 177,888 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 17,778 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2016 177,780 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 173,135 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 169,034 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 168,400 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 165,545 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 159,892 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 150,719 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 126,078 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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N274 FKU is a 2008 Toyota Starlet in Silver with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 124,620 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 N274 FKU, 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 18 years old, this Toyota Starlet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N274 FKU registered?

N274 FKU is a 2008 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is N274 FKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N274 FKU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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