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R436 LKV

1998 Toyota Starlet

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,228 mi
Last recorded50,228 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2008
Typical for 1998 Toyota Starlet70,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR436 LKV
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 Dec 2008 50,228 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 50,228 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 43,791 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 37,822 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 33,110 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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R436 LKV is a 1998 Toyota Starlet in Red with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R436 LKV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R436 LKV?

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What year was R436 LKV registered?

R436 LKV is a 1998 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 14 January 1998.

Is R436 LKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R436 LKV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R436 LKV have outstanding finance?

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