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A15 COD

1997 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado

Red Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

153,992 mi
Last recorded153,992 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado140,445 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 COD
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser Colorado
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 153,992 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 151,662 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 149,322 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 146,782 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 144,554 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 139,808 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 137,283 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 135,141 miles

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 131,149 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 127,557 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 124,057 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 120,877 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 117,585 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 113,800 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 109,392 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 102,382 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 96,081 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 89,936 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 84,591 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 84,591 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 77,471 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 68,051 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

How Reliable is the Toyota Landcruiser Colorado?

Based on 45,117 MOT tests across 2,976 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
6,365
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
2,976
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,330
Stop lamp not working 1,280
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,102
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 946
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A15 COD is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado in Red 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 Colorado models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 140,445 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Landcruiser Colorado fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,330 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A15 COD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Landcruiser Colorado typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Toyota Landcruiser Colorado is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A15 COD?

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What year was A15 COD registered?

A15 COD is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado, first registered on 5 November 1997.

Is A15 COD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A15 COD shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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