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Toyota Starlet

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 1,332 cc

P523 YDSMOT history

P523 YDS is a silver petrol Toyota Starlet first used on 1 Jun 1997. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 116,117 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jul 2027
Mileage
116,117 km
At MOT on 22 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,312 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P523 YDS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Starlet
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,332 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P523 YDS was last recorded at 116,117 km on 22 Jul 2026, 3,186 km more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
112,931 km · 23 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,186 km
Average per year
6,312 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,117 km
  • 2025 – 112,931 km
  • 2024 – 108,572 km
  • 2012 – 36,322 km
  • 2011 – 24,209 km
  • 2010 – 12,829 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,117 kmPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Torn but no cords exposed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,117 km5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    116,117 km
    Test number
    620399434343
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail116,117 km (+3,186)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,117 km
    Test number
    540426715804
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass112,931 km (+4,359)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    112,931 km
    Test number
    976274959576
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass108,572 km1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    108,572 km
    Test number
    170816022720
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail108,572 km3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,572 km
    Test number
    119285724513
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass97,928 miles (+6,019)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    97,928 miles
    Test number
    682624640341
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight pitting on inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively very slight, more on NSF (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront both front suspension arms have slight surface rust but are not weakened
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake requires slight adjustment

  7. Pass91,909 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    91,909 miles
    Test number
    366320516385
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At seam (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Torn but no cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail91,909 miles (+7,559)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,909 miles
    Test number
    104141887280
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Torn but no cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass84,350 miles (+5,495)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    84,350 miles
    Test number
    633058588846
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass78,855 miles (+1,666)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    78,855 miles
    Test number
    479136728528
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass77,189 miles (+2,717)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    77,189 miles
    Test number
    220602202415
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  12. Pass74,472 miles (+4,263)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    74,472 miles
    Test number
    346782100526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,209 miles (+103)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    70,209 miles
    Test number
    544576344761
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Fail70,106 miles (+2,850)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,106 miles
    Test number
    287913931072
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale missing (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer cv boots showing deep cracking
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on the inside
    • AdvisorySlight brake bind detected at near side rear brake

  15. Pass67,256 miles (+5,013)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    67,256 miles
    Test number
    840486379014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,243 miles (+5,827)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    62,243 miles
    Test number
    727098265020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,416 miles (+9,476)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    56,416 miles
    Test number
    166045044486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    46,940 miles
    Test number
    195924053479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,322 km (+12,113)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    36,322 km
    Test number
    828743862039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,209 km (+11,380)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    24,209 km
    Test number
    145749961077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass12,829 km
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    12,829 km
    Test number
    400510070094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P523 YDS

Does P523 YDS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P523 YDS is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on P523 YDS?
The MOT on P523 YDS is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P523 YDS done?
P523 YDS was recorded at 116,117 km at its MOT on 22 Jul 2026, an average of 6,312 km a year.
Has P523 YDS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P523 YDS has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on P523 YDS ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on P523 YDS find?
P523 YDS passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play, and 2 more.

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