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N701 FET

1997 Toyota Starlet

White Diesel 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

151,455 mi
Last recorded151,455 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2006
Typical for 1997 Toyota Starlet73,648 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN701 FET
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 6 Dec 2006 151,455 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front indicators visable from 1 meter to the side of rear bumpers

rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 5 Jan 2006 139,243 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

temporary fuel cap fitted

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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N701 FET is a 1997 Toyota Starlet in White with a 1,332cc diesel 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 N701 FET, 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

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What year was N701 FET registered?

N701 FET is a 1997 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 5 August 1997.

Is N701 FET safe to buy?

The MOT history for N701 FET 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 N701 FET have outstanding finance?

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