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20 PAD

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Black Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

268,406 mi
Last recorded268,406 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration20 PAD
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 268,406 miles

inner sills have corrosion on limit

Pass 15 Mar 2025 257,875 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2024 241,975 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 216,802 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 191,029 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 175,391 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 163,536 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 157,256 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 143,777 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 134,418 miles

n/s/r brake binding

steering rack mounting bushes have slight play

Pass 17 Mar 2016 126,680 miles

BOTH FRONT STEERING RACK MOUNTINGS HAVE SLIGHT PLAY IN RUBBER BUSH

Pass 1 Oct 2015 126,286 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 122,567 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 120,045 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 116,640 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 113,215 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 108,868 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 108,843 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 7 May 2009 103,720 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 100,921 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 93,376 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 84,774 miles

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

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

steering rack slight movement

How Reliable is the Toyota Landcruiser?

Based on 216,887 MOT tests across 15,949 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,572
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
15,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,381
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,988
fog lamp not working 3,832
Registration plate lamp not working 3,664
position lamp(s) not working 3,658
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20 PAD is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Black with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Landcruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 140,425 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Landcruiser fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 5,381 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 20 PAD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Landcruiser typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Toyota Landcruiser is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 20 PAD registered?

20 PAD is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is 20 PAD safe to buy?

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