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R273 NEH

1998 Toyota Starlet

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

14,923 mi
Last recorded14,923 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2018
Typical for 1998 Toyota Starlet70,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR273 NEH
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2018 14,923 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 14,715 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 13,953 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 13,489 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 13,224 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2014 13,224 miles

Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 12,894 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2013 12,894 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 12,605 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 12,148 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 11,805 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 11,389 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 10,946 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 10,589 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 10,180 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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R273 NEH is a 1998 Toyota Starlet in Red with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 70,199 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 R273 NEH, 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 28 years old, this Toyota Starlet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R273 NEH registered?

R273 NEH is a 1998 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 27 February 1998.

Is R273 NEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R273 NEH shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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