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DPA 89S

1998 Toyota Landcruiser

Black Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests32 (21 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate65.6%

Mileage

237,423 mi
Last recorded237,423 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Toyota Landcruiser136,743 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPA 89S
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

21 pass 11 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 237,423 miles

Under body covered in under seal

Pass 23 Oct 2024 236,575 miles

rear sills rusty

Pass 27 Oct 2023 234,670 miles

Central Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2023 234,670 miles

Central Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 232,594 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2022 232,594 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle link arm rear of axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod insecurely attached small link rod (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 230,370 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 3 Sep 2021 230,370 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 228,357 miles

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2020 228,357 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 218,390 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 206,672 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 194,084 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 194,083 miles

Rear Panhard rod attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 180,507 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 169,389 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

slight cracking to offside rear outer sidewall of tyre

Fail 10 Apr 2015 169,389 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

slight cracking to offside rear outer sidewall of tyre

Pass 31 Mar 2014 159,066 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 159,022 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 148,708 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 137,539 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 137,352 miles

Nearside Rear Panhard rod attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 122,640 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 122,640 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 117,974 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 117,974 miles

Centre Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2009 113,023 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 108,107 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 108,027 miles

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 102,951 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 98,070 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 93,922 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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DPA 89S is a 1998 Toyota Landcruiser in Black with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.6%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Landcruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 136,743 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DPA 89S, 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 28 years old, this Toyota Landcruiser is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DPA 89S registered?

DPA 89S is a 1998 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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