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SYA 891W

1980 Toyota Starlet

Green Petrol 1166cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

63,384 mi
Last recorded63,384 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2005
Typical for 1980 Toyota Starlet50,328 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYA 891W
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,166cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2005 63,384 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2005 63,384 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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SYA 891W is a 1980 Toyota Starlet in Green with a 1,166cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 50,328 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SYA 891W, 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 46 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 SYA 891W?

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What year was SYA 891W registered?

SYA 891W is a 1980 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 4 August 1980.

Is SYA 891W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SYA 891W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SYA 891W have outstanding finance?

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