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Toyota Starlet

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,332 cc

R599 BNCMOT history

R599 BNC is a blue petrol Toyota Starlet first used on 17 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 142,827 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
142,827 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,069 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R599 BNC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Starlet
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,332 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
17 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R599 BNC was last recorded at 142,827 miles on 7 May 2026, 7,582 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,245 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
7,582 miles
Average per year
5,069 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,827 miles
  • 2025 – 135,245 miles
  • 2022 – 135,191 miles
  • 2021 – 135,149 miles
  • 2020 – 118,302 miles
  • 2019 – 102,338 miles
  • 2018 – 82,620 miles
  • 2017 – 63,082 miles
  • 2016 – 47,960 miles
  • 2008 – 44,947 miles
  • 2007 – 43,159 miles
  • 2006 – 40,952 miles
  • 2005 – 39,176 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,827 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryInner sills corroded

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,827 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    142,827 miles
    Test number
    482556493154
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner sills corroded

  2. Fail142,827 miles (+7,582)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,827 miles
    Test number
    737124256690
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner sills corroded

  3. Pass135,245 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    135,245 miles
    Test number
    336432837386
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underbody floor/ inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underbody sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp damaged
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  4. Fail135,245 miles (+54)2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,245 miles
    Test number
    315315240422
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underbody floor/ inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underbody sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp damaged
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  5. Pass135,191 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    135,191 miles
    Test number
    120231734854
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail135,191 miles (+42)3 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,191 miles
    Test number
    163553475290
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength underbody sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced underbody sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass135,149 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    135,149 miles
    Test number
    639172371379
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail135,147 miles (+16,845)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,147 miles
    Test number
    318801655254
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass118,302 miles (+15,964)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    118,302 miles
    Test number
    519050609230
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass102,338 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    102,338 miles
    Test number
    727608158828
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Fail102,338 miles (+19,718)1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,338 miles
    Test number
    648765935241
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  12. Pass82,620 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    82,620 miles
    Test number
    979316269024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  13. Fail82,620 miles (+19,538)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,620 miles
    Test number
    802112880868
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  14. Pass63,082 miles (+15,122)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    63,082 miles
    Test number
    978857063908
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass47,960 miles (+3,013)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    47,960 miles
    Test number
    176835864022
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass44,947 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    44,947 miles
    Test number
    613487738317
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  17. Fail44,947 miles (+1,788)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,947 miles
    Test number
    640647838325
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass43,159 miles (+2,207)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    43,159 miles
    Test number
    893872137341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    40,952 miles
    Test number
    822016826302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail40,952 miles (+1,776)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,952 miles
    Test number
    642516126397
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  21. Pass39,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    39,176 miles
    Test number
    600398525363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail39,176 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,176 miles
    Test number
    502068425361
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.C3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.4c)

Questions about R599 BNC

Does R599 BNC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R599 BNC is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on R599 BNC?
The MOT on R599 BNC is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R599 BNC done?
R599 BNC was recorded at 142,827 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 5,069 miles a year.
Has R599 BNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R599 BNC has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on R599 BNC 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 R599 BNC find?
R599 BNC passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; coil spring corroded all 4, and 5 more.

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