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YMW 718V

1979 Toyota Starlet

White Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,432 mi
Last recorded81,432 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2009
Typical for 1979 Toyota Starlet47,069 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYMW 718V
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 11 Dec 2009 81,432 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Dec 2008 78,722 miles

front tyres worn low jist ok for test

Pass 10 Dec 2007 76,492 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 73,463 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 70,560 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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YMW 718V is a 1979 Toyota Starlet in White with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 47,069 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 YMW 718V, 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 47 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 YMW 718V?

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What year was YMW 718V registered?

YMW 718V is a 1979 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is YMW 718V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YMW 718V 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.

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