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EIG 3235

1996 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado

Blue Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2025
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

181,278 mi
Last recorded181,278 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado136,234 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEIG 3235
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser Colorado
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Fail 22 Apr 2026 181,278 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Upper Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Next to spring (chalked) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Body mounting excessively corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Body mounting excessively corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (chalked) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Trailing arm front bush area (chalked) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Next to spring (chalked) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 265/70R16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 265/70R16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Various underbody corrosion

Pass 30 Jan 2024 178,639 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2024 178,639 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 176,489 miles

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

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced numerous repairs and plating to various chassis areas (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 174,915 miles

both rear D bushes worn

Fail 4 Feb 2022 174,894 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear difficult to see (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

both rear D bushes worn

Pass 3 Feb 2021 171,626 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 167,418 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 165,318 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 162,852 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2018 162,846 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar locating pin insecure top sheared off (2.4.G.3a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 158,712 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 158,704 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis (6.1.A.1)

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

Rear Braking system leaking brake pipe from load sensor to centre flex (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2016 154,179 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2016 154,168 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2015 150,732 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 147,742 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 145,518 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 142,100 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 139,537 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 139,477 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2010 134,411 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 126,650 miles

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

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)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2008 120,153 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 108,844 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 104,020 miles

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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EIG 3235 is a 1996 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado in Blue with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 136,234 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 EIG 3235, 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 30 years old, this Toyota Landcruiser Colorado is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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EIG 3235 is a 1996 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado, first registered on 30 December 1996.

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