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Toyota Starlet

White · Petrol · 1998 · 1,332 cc

R71 GCLMOT history

R71 GCL is a white petrol Toyota Starlet first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2025 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 156,081 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2025
Mileage
156,081 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2024
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,368 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R71 GCL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Starlet
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,332 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

R71 GCL was last recorded at 156,081 miles on 14 Oct 2024, 19,755 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2015.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
136,326 miles · 29 Jul 2015
Between the last two tests
19,755 miles
Average per year
5,368 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 156,081 miles
  • 2015 – 136,326 miles
  • 2014 – 126,924 miles
  • 2009 – 95,740 miles
  • 2008 – 80,981 miles
  • 2007 – 64,720 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,081 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

13 tests since 4 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,081 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    156,081 miles
    Test number
    331199401612
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass149,079 km5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    149,079 km
    Test number
    372691720993
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  3. Fail149,079 km2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,079 km
    Test number
    918845500543
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  4. Pass136,326 miles (+9,402)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    136,326 miles
    Test number
    775790215281
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wall slight damage

  5. Pass126,924 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    126,924 miles
    Test number
    418833284177
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  6. Pass119,837 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    119,837 km
    Test number
    166044483196
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  7. Fail119,837 km (+10,823)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,837 km
    Test number
    359474483155
    • Repaired at testNearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass109,014 km
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    109,014 km
    Test number
    373529600337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail109,014 km3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,014 km
    Test number
    791709600311
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  10. Pass95,740 miles (+14,759)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    95,740 miles
    Test number
    320758279427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass80,981 miles (+16,261)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    80,981 miles
    Test number
    863854868282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,720 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    64,720 miles
    Test number
    900991387200
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass64,693 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    64,693 km
    Test number
    282557046209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about R71 GCL

Does R71 GCL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R71 GCL expired on 13 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R71 GCL?
The MOT on R71 GCL expired on 13 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R71 GCL done?
R71 GCL was recorded at 156,081 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2024, an average of 5,368 miles a year.
Has R71 GCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R71 GCL has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2016.
Has the mileage on R71 GCL 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 R71 GCL find?
R71 GCL passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2024 with 4 advisories: front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; offside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security, and 1 more.

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