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R642 LBC

1997 Toyota Starlet

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

153,164 mi
Last recorded153,164 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2014
Typical for 1997 Toyota Starlet73,648 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR642 LBC
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 25 Apr 2014 153,164 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 148,903 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 139,440 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 129,260 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 119,720 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 109,960 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 99,726 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 95,541 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 90,131 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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R642 LBC is a 1997 Toyota Starlet in Red with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R642 LBC, 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.

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What year was R642 LBC registered?

R642 LBC is a 1997 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R642 LBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R642 LBC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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