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N985 NTC

1998 Toyota Landcruiser

White Diesel 4164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

150,090 mi
Last recorded150,090 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Toyota Landcruiser136,743 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN985 NTC
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,164cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 150,090 miles

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

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

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

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

Underbody sealed.

Pass 9 Nov 2024 145,123 miles

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

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

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

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

Under sealed

Pass 8 Nov 2023 140,102 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2022 139,886 miles

Coil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

both rear sills corroded

Fail 9 Mar 2022 139,867 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Coil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

both rear sills corroded

Pass 8 Mar 2021 138,463 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 136,382 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2019 133,404 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 129,863 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 126,139 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 114,766 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 107,906 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 99,783 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 91,967 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 81,528 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 71,610 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2009 61,995 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 61,995 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 52,832 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 44,483 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 36,287 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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N985 NTC is a 1998 Toyota Landcruiser in White with a 4,164cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 N985 NTC, 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 N985 NTC registered?

N985 NTC is a 1998 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 1 December 1998.

Is N985 NTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N985 NTC shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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