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S987 LEP

1998 Toyota Altezza

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2024
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

184,547 mi
Last recorded184,547 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2023
Typical for 1998 Toyota Altezza93,422 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS987 LEP
MakeToyota
ModelAltezza
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 10 Nov 2023 184,547 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 296,838 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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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S987 LEP is a 1998 Toyota Altezza in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S987 LEP, 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 S987 LEP registered?

S987 LEP is a 1998 Toyota Altezza, first registered on 10 December 1998.

Is S987 LEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S987 LEP shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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