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S244 JFP

1998 Toyota Altezza

Silver Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

154,077 mi
Last recorded154,077 miles
Recorded on21 May 2015
Typical for 1998 Toyota Altezza93,422 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS244 JFP
MakeToyota
ModelAltezza
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2015 154,077 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2014 151,855 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 141,610 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 135,908 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 125,950 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 11,746 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 111,038 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2009 93,561 miles

Offside Outer Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 3 Apr 2009 93,451 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Outer Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 72,528 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 72,528 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 52,842 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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S244 JFP is a 1998 Toyota Altezza in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S244 JFP, 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 S244 JFP registered?

S244 JFP is a 1998 Toyota Altezza, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S244 JFP safe to buy?

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