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F3 TFL

1996 Toyota Land Cruiser

White Diesel 4164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

212,477 mi
Last recorded212,477 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser142,677 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF3 TFL
MakeToyota
ModelLand Cruiser
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,164cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 212,477 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 208,375 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 201,678 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 189,386 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2021 189,377 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2020 178,725 miles

Coolant leak Bottom hose ()

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play adjusted (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 24 Jan 2020 178,725 miles

Coolant leak Bottom hose ()

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play adjusted (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play adjusted (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

How Reliable is the Toyota Land Cruiser?

Based on 446,391 MOT tests across 36,084 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
6,776
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
36,084
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,265
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,714
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6,304
Registration plate lamp not working 6,249
position lamp(s) not working 5,976
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F3 TFL is a 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser in White with a 4,164cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 142,677 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 Land Cruiser fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 10,265 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F3 TFL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Land Cruiser typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Toyota Land Cruiser is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F3 TFL registered?

F3 TFL is a 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is F3 TFL safe to buy?

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