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N498 AHD

1997 Toyota Starlet

White Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,501 mi
Last recorded82,501 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2007
Typical for 1997 Toyota Starlet73,648 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN498 AHD
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2007 82,501 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 161,254 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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N498 AHD is a 1997 Toyota Starlet in White with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N498 AHD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N498 AHD?

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What year was N498 AHD registered?

N498 AHD is a 1997 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 14 March 1997.

Is N498 AHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N498 AHD shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N498 AHD have outstanding finance?

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