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BSZ 1698

1997 Toyota Century

Black Petrol 4990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,073 mi
Last recorded97,073 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSZ 1698
MakeToyota
ModelCentury
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,990cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2025 97,073 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 96,620 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 96,557 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 96,275 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 95,359 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INSIDE EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INSIDE EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the Toyota Century?

Based on 342 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
2,428
Miles/Year
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 3
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BSZ 1698 is a 1997 Toyota Century in Black with a 4,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Toyota Century fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BSZ 1698, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BSZ 1698?

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What year was BSZ 1698 registered?

BSZ 1698 is a 1997 Toyota Century, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is BSZ 1698 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BSZ 1698 shows 5 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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