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T491 VVX

1999 Toyota Vitz

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

42,470 mi
Last recorded42,470 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2016
Typical for 1999 Toyota Vitz96,475 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT491 VVX
MakeToyota
ModelVitz
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2016 42,470 miles

Both rear suspension arm front bushes deteriorated

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2015 42,101 miles

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

Front number plate damaged

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2014 41,661 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

wipers p[oor

Pass 12 Nov 2013 41,091 miles

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

Front numberplate damaged

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 5 Nov 2012 40,077 miles

Front numberplate damaged

Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 40,077 miles

Front numberplate damaged

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 39,116 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

damage to front and rear bumpers

Fail 14 Nov 2011 39,114 miles

Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

damage to front and rear bumpers

Pass 10 Nov 2010 37,401 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 32,851 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 32,851 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 31,220 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2008 31,220 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Sep 2007 28,743 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 67,203 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Vitz?

Based on 9,901 MOT tests across 2,540 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
4,121
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 71
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T491 VVX is a 1999 Toyota Vitz in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1999 Toyota Vitz models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 96,475 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Vitz fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T491 VVX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Vitz typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Toyota Vitz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T491 VVX registered?

T491 VVX is a 1999 Toyota Vitz, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T491 VVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for T491 VVX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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