1990 Toyota Starlet 1.0L Petrol · G322 BPB

Chronic corrosion of the offside rear outer sill and recurring issues with the front brake discs define the mechanical history of this vehicle, which passed its last recorded test on 8 February 2022. While the record was clean between 2015 and 2017, the subsequent years show a trend of worsening body corrosion and persistent braking defects. Specifically, the front brake discs were flagged as worn, pitted, or scored in three consecutive tests from 2020 to 2022. The recorded mileage of 48,415 miles over 36 years represents an average annual usage of approximately 1,345 miles. This low accumulation, combined with a significant gap in testing between February 2022 and the present date in September 2026, suggests the vehicle has spent extended periods stationary. Such usage patterns often contribute to the pitting and scoring of brake discs observed in the MOT history, as moisture and contaminants settle on the metal surfaces during long periods of inactivity. Inspection must prioritise the structural integrity of the offside rear outer sill, which was recorded as corroded in 2018 and holed by 2019. A physical examination is required to determine if this corrosion has progressed to the inner sills or the floor pan. Additionally, the constant velocity boots on both the nearside and offside front drive shafts were flagged as severely deteriorated in 2019 and 2022 respectively. During a test drive, listen for clicking or popping sounds when steering at full lock and accelerating, which would indicate that the CV joints have suffered wear due to the failed boots. The braking system requires scrutiny due to the repeated advisories regarding pitted and scored front discs. On the test drive, feel for any pedal judder or vibration under braking, which often accompanies surface pitting and uneven disc wear. Given the age and the low mileage, check for any signs of perishing in the tyres, similar to the offside rear tyre flagged in 2020, and ensure there is no binding in the calipers.