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8181 TJ

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Green Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests28 (22 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

99,879 mi
Last recorded99,879 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration8181 TJ
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

22 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 99,879 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 99,679 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 99,198 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush cracked (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush cracked (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 5 Jan 2024 99,195 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached drop link broken (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached drop link broken (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush cracked (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush cracked (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 98,516 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 97,729 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2022 97,729 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working Tail light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 96,990 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2021 96,990 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low headlight adjuster not working (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake cable guide defective and affecting operation parking brake seized not operating (1.1.15 (d))

Nearside Rear Parking brake operation is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (1.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2020 96,181 miles

Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 94,434 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 93,308 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2018 93,307 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 92,165 miles

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 26 Jan 2017 92,165 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 90,785 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 88,645 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 88,056 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 87,420 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 87,420 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 87,111 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 86,405 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 84,714 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 83,258 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 81,481 miles

off side front head lamp got small hole

Pass 30 Jan 2007 80,411 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 78,678 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2006 78,665 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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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8181 TJ is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Green with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 8181 TJ, 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 8181 TJ registered?

8181 TJ is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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