TOYOTA STARLET MOT pass rate
71.7% of 8,052 TOYOTA STARLET MOT tests pass.
The STARLET passes 71.7% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all TOYOTA models (82.3%).
The TOYOTA STARLET passes 71.7% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate drops sharply with age: the TOYOTA STARLET tested at 3–6 years pass 93.3% of the time, compared with just 71.4% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | too few tests (1) | 1 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | 93.3% | 30 | 97,522 miles |
| 6–10 years | 90.6% | 64 | 95,522 miles |
| 10–15 years | 84.0% | 50 | 124,695 miles |
| 15+ years | 71.4% | 7,907 | 91,778 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the TOYOTA STARLET
The most common reason the TOYOTA STARLET fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 57.0% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 57.0% | Not working |
| Brakes | 40.8% | Across an axle |
| Suspension | 38.5% | Has a serious fluid leak |
| Body, chassis, structure | 29.6% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 24.9% | Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits |
| Visibility | 17.2% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Tyres | 16.3% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 5.3% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Steering | 3.1% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Identification of the vehicle | 2.5% | Inscription illegible |
Related TOYOTA models
- TOYOTA YARIS — 80.5% pass rate
- TOYOTA AYGO — 81.7% pass rate
- TOYOTA PRIUS — 88.5% pass rate
- TOYOTA AURIS — 81.2% pass rate
- TOYOTA RAV4 — 83.1% pass rate
- TOYOTA COROLLA — 82.5% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the TOYOTA STARLET?
- 71.7% of TOYOTA STARLET MOT tests pass, based on 8,052 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the TOYOTA STARLET?
- The most common reason the TOYOTA STARLET fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 57.0% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the TOYOTA STARLET's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the TOYOTA service history guide for how to check and keep one.