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L753 XLL

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Green Petrol 4477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

84,847 mi
Last recorded84,847 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL753 XLL
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,477cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 84,847 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2024 79,068 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 74,975 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 72,990 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 69,745 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Mounting bushes Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 66,977 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 65,951 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Jun 2019 65,919 miles

Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2018 64,811 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2013 64,295 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 63,839 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 33,146 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 61,255 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 59,620 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 58,206 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 56,800 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 54,698 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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L753 XLL is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Green with a 4,477cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 L753 XLL, 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 L753 XLL registered?

L753 XLL is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is L753 XLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L753 XLL shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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