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P161 UWK

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Black Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

120,793 mi
Last recorded120,793 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP161 UWK
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Feb 2026 120,793 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both ()

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

Fail 4 Aug 2025 118,511 miles

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

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 114,337 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2023 111,362 miles

REAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODED

SURFACE CORROSSION ON SUSPENSION COMPONENTS

Pass 22 Dec 2021 111,223 miles

surface corrossion on suspension components

Pass 17 Dec 2020 110,964 miles

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

surface corrossion on chassis suspension components

Pass 16 Dec 2019 110,221 miles

surface corrossion on suspension components

Pass 17 Oct 2018 108,633 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 107,082 miles

surface corrossion on suspension components

Pass 12 Jan 2016 104,930 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 103,348 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 101,141 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 98,834 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 97,090 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 93,385 miles

REAR DISCS WORN

Pass 5 Jan 2010 90,142 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 86,113 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 81,498 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 169,750 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 155,518 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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P161 UWK is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Black with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P161 UWK, 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 P161 UWK registered?

P161 UWK is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 1 June 1997.

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