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Toyota Starlet

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 1,332 cc

P173 XHOMOT history

P173 XHO is a green petrol Toyota Starlet first used on 25 Mar 1997. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 89,368 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
89,368 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,857 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P173 XHO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Starlet
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,332 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
25 Mar 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P173 XHO was last recorded at 89,368 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Sept 2012: 65,892 miles, lower than 67,826 miles on 26 Aug 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
89,365 miles · 16 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,857 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,368 miles
  • 2025 – 88,410 miles
  • 2024 – 88,006 miles
  • 2023 – 87,650 miles
  • 2021 – 87,126 miles
  • 2020 – 86,332 miles
  • 2016 – 84,019 miles
  • 2014 – 80,409 miles
  • 2013 – 72,627 miles
  • 2012 – 65,892 miles
  • 2011 – 67,826 miles
  • 2010 – 64,257 miles
  • 2009 – 63,115 miles
  • 2008 – 60,008 miles
  • 2007 – 56,904 miles
  • 2006 – 51,655 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,368 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear wiper blade missingRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing/incompleteRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion to various suspension componentsRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front seatbelt buckle release button deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySpare tyre defective wheel/rim missing, tyre onlyRecorded at 8 MOTs since 2020

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Surface corrosion to various suspension components

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,368 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    89,368 miles
    Test number
    498173442877
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear wiper blade missing
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing/incomplete
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion to various suspension components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seatbelt buckle release button deteriorated
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective wheel/rim missing, tyre only

  2. Fail89,365 miles (+955)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,365 miles
    Test number
    827451394627
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear wiper blade missing
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing/incomplete
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion to various suspension components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seatbelt buckle release button deteriorated
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective wheel/rim missing, tyre only

  3. Pass88,410 miles (+2)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    88,410 miles
    Test number
    599599002901
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear wiper blade missing
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing/incomplete
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion to various suspension components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective wheel/rim missing, tyre only

  4. Fail88,408 miles (+402)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,408 miles
    Test number
    414212171748
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear wiper blade missing
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing/incomplete
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion to various suspension components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective wheel/rim missing, tyre only

  5. Pass88,006 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    88,006 miles
    Test number
    802777580532
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective wheel/rim missing, tyre only
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to various suspension components

  6. Fail88,006 miles (+356)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,006 miles
    Test number
    899312726375
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective wheel/rim missing, tyre only
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to various suspension components

  7. Pass87,650 miles (+524)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    87,650 miles
    Test number
    474867802404
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective wheel/rim missing, tyre only
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to various suspension components

  8. Pass87,126 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    87,126 miles
    Test number
    564804610802
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective wheel/rim missing, tyre only
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to various suspension components

  9. Fail87,126 miles (+794)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,126 miles
    Test number
    288162770641
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective wheel/rim missing, tyre only
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to various suspension components

  10. Pass86,332 miles (+2,313)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    86,332 miles
    Test number
    278708672410
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective wheel/rim missing, tyre only
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to various suspension components

  11. Pass84,019 miles (+3,610)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    84,019 miles
    Test number
    877373493506
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryAll tyre perished

  12. Pass80,409 miles (+7,782)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    80,409 miles
    Test number
    947214894204
    • NotePlay in n/s/rear wheel beaning
    • NoteWet round n/s/front drive shaft

  13. Pass72,627 miles (+6,735)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    72,627 miles
    Test number
    745958793292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,892 miles (-1,934)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    65,892 miles
    Test number
    206559652231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,826 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    67,826 miles
    Test number
    837528631281
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  16. Fail67,823 miles (+3,566)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,823 miles
    Test number
    995338031252
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

  17. Pass64,257 miles (+1,142)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    64,257 miles
    Test number
    514943940296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,115 miles (+3,107)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    63,115 miles
    Test number
    482351049170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,008 miles (+256)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2009
    Odometer
    60,008 miles
    Test number
    254815838440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail59,752 miles (+2,848)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,752 miles
    Test number
    740120638171
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  21. Pass56,904 miles (+5,249)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    56,904 miles
    Test number
    173414917135
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  22. Pass51,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    51,655 miles
    Test number
    462193196092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P173 XHO

Does P173 XHO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P173 XHO is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on P173 XHO?
The MOT on P173 XHO is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P173 XHO done?
P173 XHO was recorded at 89,368 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 1,857 miles a year.
Has P173 XHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P173 XHO has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on P173 XHO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Sept 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P173 XHO find?
P173 XHO passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 8 advisories: central rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; central rear wiper blade missing; clutch pedal rubber missing/incomplete, and 5 more.

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