Toyota Starlet MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Toyota Starlet. Check any Starlet by registration number below.

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79.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.7%

vs Toyota Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Toyota Starlet — MOT Reliability Overview

The Toyota Starlet has an average MOT pass rate of 79.8%, which is 3.7 percentage points below the Toyota brand average of 83.5%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Starlet on the road.

The most common reasons a Toyota Starlet fails its MOT are parking brake inoperative on one side, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. If you are preparing your Starlet for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Toyota Starlet, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Toyota Starlet performs at MOT across different model years.

2017

Based on 54 vehicles

88.9%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

12.1%

2015

Based on 33 vehicles

90.9%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

2010

Based on 37 vehicles

67.6%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

30.0%

2009

Based on 45 vehicles

91.1%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.8%

2008

Based on 94 vehicles

84.0%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

13.2%

2007

Based on 105 vehicles

81.0%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

6.9%

2006

Based on 91 vehicles

81.3%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

11.1%

2005

Based on 63 vehicles

79.4%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.7%

Retest Rate

24.3%

2004

Based on 34 vehicles

76.5%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

Retest Rate

22.2%

2002

Based on 99 vehicles

89.9%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Mileage at 10yr

131k mi

2001

Based on 30 vehicles

46.7%Poor

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

9.1%

Retest Rate

59.1%

2000

Based on 95 vehicles

89.5%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Mileage at 10yr

136k mi

1999

Based on 1,966 vehicles

71.7%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

25.1%

1998

Based on 4,349 vehicles

70.2%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

24.3%

1997

Based on 2,897 vehicles

70.1%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

27.2%

1996

Based on 1,307 vehicles

71.5%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

21.8%

1995

Based on 99 vehicles

74.7%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

19.4%

1994

Based on 105 vehicles

74.3%Average

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

18.6%

1993

Based on 56 vehicles

80.4%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

12.5%

1992

Based on 212 vehicles

87.7%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

1991

Based on 198 vehicles

86.9%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

36.4%

1990

Based on 170 vehicles

84.1%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

1984

Based on 30 vehicles

100.0%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

0

Based on 4,584 vehicles

76.4%Good

Toyota average: 83.5%

Mileage at 5yr

92k mi

Top MOT Failures — Toyota Starlet

The most common reasons a Toyota Starlet fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Parking brake inoperative on one side

40.0%

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

3.5%

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

3.2%

A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage

3.1%

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

2.7%

Toyota Starlet Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front

5.6%

Offside

3.7%

Nearside

1.9%

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Compare MOT reliability across Toyota models.

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83.2% pass rate

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95.2% pass rate

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92.2% pass rate

Toyota Estima

84.6% pass rate

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95.1% pass rate

Toyota Townace

72.4% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Toyota Starlet

Toyota Starlet — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Toyota Starlet MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Toyota Starlet?

The average MOT pass rate for the Toyota Starlet is 79.8% compared to the Toyota average of 83.5%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Toyota Starlet?

The most common MOT failures on the Toyota Starlet are: Parking brake inoperative on one side (40.0%), A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (3.5%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (3.2%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Toyota Starlet reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 79.8%, the Toyota Starlet is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Toyota Starlet?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Toyota Starlet?

Typical mileage for the Toyota Starlet: 130,842 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Starlet to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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