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A858 AYJ

1983 Toyota Starlet

Gold Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2023
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,128 mi
Last recorded67,128 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2022
Typical for 1983 Toyota Starlet56,257 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA858 AYJ
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2022 67,128 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2019 66,000 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 65,658 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 30 Apr 2007 65,553 miles

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

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e) DANGEROUS

Front brake hoses insecurely clipped

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Very little suspension movement †Front and rear tyres are different sizes but on same axle

Pass 4 Mar 2006 52,976 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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A858 AYJ is a 1983 Toyota Starlet in Gold with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 56,257 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 A858 AYJ, 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 43 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 A858 AYJ registered?

A858 AYJ is a 1983 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A858 AYJ safe to buy?

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