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V873 SVY

2008 Toyota Altezza

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

158,046 mi
Last recorded158,046 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2014
Typical for 2008 Toyota Altezza90,139 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV873 SVY
MakeToyota
ModelAltezza
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2014 158,046 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 137,999 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Aug 2012 123,916 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 123,841 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Front number plate secured with ties but not likely to be misread.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

No engine intake air filter fitted

Offside front foglamp not working

Wiring to o/s/f wheel arch insecure and rubbing tyre

electrical module in boot insecure and earth wire insecure

smell of fuel vapour while engine running

Pass 1 May 2008 120,209 miles

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

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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V873 SVY is a 2008 Toyota Altezza in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Toyota Altezza models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 90,139 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 V873 SVY, 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 18 years old, this Toyota Altezza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V873 SVY registered?

V873 SVY is a 2008 Toyota Altezza, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is V873 SVY safe to buy?

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