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BVI 1817

2002 Toyota Altezza

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

176,001 mi
Last recorded176,001 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Toyota Altezza100,696 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVI 1817
MakeToyota
ModelAltezza
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2025 176,001 miles

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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BVI 1817 is a 2002 Toyota Altezza in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Toyota Altezza models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 100,696 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 BVI 1817, 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 24 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 BVI 1817 registered?

BVI 1817 is a 2002 Toyota Altezza, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is BVI 1817 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVI 1817 shows 1 test 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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