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A548 TNK

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Beige Diesel 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

289,835 mi
Last recorded289,835 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2014
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA548 TNK
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2014 289,835 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 289,373 miles

Nearside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

nearside front swivel is leaking oil/grease not to excess

Pass 17 Sep 2013 289,373 miles

nearside front swivel is leaking oil/grease not to excess

Pass 1 Oct 2012 288,862 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 288,125 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 287,002 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 284,872 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both front tyres are perished

both front tyres are wearing low

Fail 8 Sep 2009 284,868 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front tyres are perished

both front tyres are wearing low

Fail 12 Sep 2008 281,722 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

n/s/f hub seal has a misting of oil on backplate

Pass 12 Sep 2008 281,722 miles

n/s/f hub seal has a misting of oil on backplate

Pass 31 Jul 2007 278,924 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 272,289 miles

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

Please note this vehicle is used mainly as a van

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

please note rear lamp lenses cracked but in working order

Pass 5 Aug 2005 263,053 miles

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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A548 TNK is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Beige with a 3,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 A548 TNK, 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 A548 TNK registered?

A548 TNK is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 3 June 1997.

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