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A3 VHK

1998 Toyota Altezza

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

122,004 mi
Last recorded122,004 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2020
Typical for 1998 Toyota Altezza93,422 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 VHK
MakeToyota
ModelAltezza
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2020 122,004 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 120,423 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2019 120,419 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2018 118,876 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 116,085 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 113,146 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 108,410 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 104,771 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2014 104,759 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 102,208 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 100,661 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 96,323 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 93,533 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 89,749 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 83,915 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 76,971 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 73,685 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 70,938 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2005 70,938 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

nearside front and offside rear tyre low

How Reliable is the Toyota Altezza?

Based on 4,929 MOT tests across 625 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
5,780
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
625
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 243
position lamp(s) not working 125
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 117
Registration plate lamp not working 100
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 100
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A3 VHK is a 1998 Toyota Altezza in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Altezza models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 93,422 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Altezza fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 243 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A3 VHK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Altezza typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Toyota Altezza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A3 VHK registered?

A3 VHK is a 1998 Toyota Altezza, first registered on 1 December 1998.

Is A3 VHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 VHK shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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