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Toyota Starlet

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,332 cc

S789 KGCMOT history

S789 KGC is a blue petrol Toyota Starlet first used on 5 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 47,863 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
47,863 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,827 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S789 KGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Starlet
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,332 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S789 KGC was last recorded at 47,863 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 3,898 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,965 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,898 miles
Average per year
1,827 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,863 miles
  • 2025 – 43,965 miles
  • 2024 – 42,715 miles
  • 2021 – 36,917 miles
  • 2020 – 34,670 miles
  • 2019 – 28,800 miles
  • 2018 – 23,412 miles
  • 2017 – 19,949 miles
  • 2016 – 19,837 miles
  • 2015 – 19,528 miles
  • 2014 – 19,059 miles
  • 2013 – 18,354 miles
  • 2012 – 17,951 miles
  • 2011 – 17,176 miles
  • 2010 – 16,446 miles
  • 2009 – 15,725 miles
  • 2008 – 14,708 miles
  • 2007 – 13,014 miles
  • 2006 – 11,395 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,863 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Center-rear join (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer door handle damaged/broken but still working
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 30 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,863 miles (+3,898)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    47,863 miles
    Test number
    805901647042
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Center-rear join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer door handle damaged/broken but still working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass43,965 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    43,965 miles
    Test number
    444949125974
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail43,963 miles (+1,248)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,963 miles
    Test number
    365106654798
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass42,715 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    42,715 miles
    Test number
    656635192559
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door handle damaged

  5. Fail42,712 miles (+5,795)2 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,712 miles
    Test number
    482799475175
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases backbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door handle damaged

  6. Pass36,917 miles (+2,247)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    36,917 miles
    Test number
    870936288542
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass34,670 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    34,670 miles
    Test number
    610250869454
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail34,668 miles (+5,868)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,668 miles
    Test number
    658351778295
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass28,800 miles (+5,388)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    28,800 miles
    Test number
    785693441429
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f n/s/r and o/s/r tyres deteriorated perished no cords

  10. Pass23,412 miles (+3,463)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    23,412 miles
    Test number
    502745152519
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyres badly perished in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre badly perished in tread
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass19,949 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    19,949 miles
    Test number
    149500163092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail19,949 miles (+112)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,949 miles
    Test number
    140444989508
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracked and perished

  13. Pass19,837 miles (+309)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    19,837 miles
    Test number
    573382036254
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass19,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    19,528 miles
    Test number
    307333835098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail19,528 miles (+469)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,528 miles
    Test number
    826383135052
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Fail19,059 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,059 miles
    Test number
    217111224041
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  17. Pass19,059 miles (+705)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    19,059 miles
    Test number
    765971724006
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  18. Pass18,354 miles (+403)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    18,354 miles
    Test number
    798091623061
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass17,951 miles (+775)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    17,951 miles
    Test number
    757250032014
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass17,176 miles (+730)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    17,176 miles
    Test number
    425541031023
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Fail16,446 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,446 miles
    Test number
    282873630030
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass16,446 miles (+721)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    16,446 miles
    Test number
    792793530085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,725 miles (+1,017)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    15,725 miles
    Test number
    730604039057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass14,708 miles (+1,694)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    14,708 miles
    Test number
    763058628096
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Pass13,014 miles (+1,619)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    13,014 miles
    Test number
    560479727029
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  26. Pass11,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    11,395 miles
    Test number
    381240036078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S789 KGC

Does S789 KGC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S789 KGC is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S789 KGC?
The MOT on S789 KGC is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S789 KGC done?
S789 KGC was recorded at 47,863 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 1,827 miles a year.
Has S789 KGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S789 KGC has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on S789 KGC 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 S789 KGC find?
S789 KGC passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center-rear join; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play, and 2 more.

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