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KXZ 8597

1998 Toyota Altezza

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

182,701 mi
Last recorded182,701 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Toyota Altezza93,422 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKXZ 8597
MakeToyota
ModelAltezza
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 182,701 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 180,608 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 171,609 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2023 171,550 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 161,263 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 157,662 miles

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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KXZ 8597 is a 1998 Toyota Altezza in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KXZ 8597, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KXZ 8597 registered?

KXZ 8597 is a 1998 Toyota Altezza, first registered on 1 December 1998.

Is KXZ 8597 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KXZ 8597 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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