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1998 TOYOTA STARLET1.3L Petrol

S133 HCG

Vehicle Insight Summary

1998 TOYOTA STARLET — Petrol, 1332cc. This vehicle has 63,489 miles on record. MOT status: no valid MOT. Tax: not taxed. Review the complete history and specs.

MOT

Expired

Expires 22/02/2024

Tax

No data

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Mileage: 63,489
Fuel: Petrol
Year: 1998
Engine: 1332cc

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Public record health check: Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)

! Older vehicle

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Stolen

Locked

Finance

Locked

Write-off

Locked

Salvage

Locked

Imported

Locked

Exported

Locked

Scrapped

Locked

Destruction

Locked

V5C Logbook

Locked

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 30 Jul 2026, 03:10

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Registered in 1998, this Toyota Starlet with plate S133 HCG has undergone 2 MOT inspections since February 2022.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 100% pass rate, with 2 passes and 0 failures recorded. This consistent performance at MOT centers suggests this vehicle has been kept in good order.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 8 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

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PASS

FAIL

ADVISORY

Buyer's Guide

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Buying Score

62/100

Risk Level

Medium

Est. Annual Cost

£600-£800

Mileage

The mileage of 63,489 is significantly b...

Our Verdict

A surprisingly low-mileage example of a classic hatchback, but one showing signs of age-related neglect. While the mileage is attractive, recurring oil leaks and emission issues require careful inspection before purchase.

The primary focus for this car should be the engine health. The MOT history notes both blue smoke (2023) and black smoke (2022), which could indicate anything from worn valve rings to faulty fuel injectors or oxygen sensors. Have a mechanic perform a compression test to ensure the engine is as healthy as the mileage suggests.

Check the suspension thoroughly. The car has a history of worn anti-roll bar bushes and misting shock absorbers. Given the low mileage, rubber components may have perished due to age rather than wear. Additionally, ensure the parking brake is adjusted correctly, as it was noted as low in the most recent test.

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