1999 Toyota Starlet 1.3L Petrol · S915 KNV

The vehicle remains technically roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend of deferred repairs regarding mechanical components. The most recent test in November 2025 at 144,058 miles identified multiple new defects including a broken front exhaust mounting bracket and severely deteriorated CV boots on both front sides. While the car passes, the recurring nature of the wheel bearing play and drive shaft issues across several years suggests a pattern of only addressing faults once they reach the point of MOT advisory status rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 27 years old, the recorded mileage of 144,058 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 5,335 miles. The data shows consistent but light usage in recent years, with 5,420 miles covered between the December 2024 and November 2025 tests. This low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, but it often correlates with age-related degradation of rubber and metal components, which is evidenced by the corroded brake back plates and pitted brake discs noted in the earlier 2021 record. A buyer must physically inspect the front drivetrain assembly specifically, as the CV boots have been flagged as severely deteriorated since at least 2023 and have now affected both sides. The wheel bearings require close attention as persistent play in the nearside rear wheel bearing was noted in 2025 following a similar offside rear issue in 2024, indicating the rear suspension bearings are nearing the functional life. Given the age of the vehicle and the history of corroded brake components, a thorough check of the structural integrity and exhaust mounting points is essential to ensure that surface rust has not compromised the chassis.