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P284 GPD

1996 Toyota Prado

Green Diesel 2980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

281,674 mi
Last recorded281,674 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Toyota Prado145,683 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP284 GPD
MakeToyota
ModelPrado
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,980cc
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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 281,674 miles

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

corrosion to underside and components

underside of vehicle covered in underseal

welding repairs covered in underseal/sealant

Fail 17 Feb 2025 281,656 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2024 274,600 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2024 274,600 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 267,139 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2023 267,130 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre inner chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre inner chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 260,487 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 252,635 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 247,896 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2020 247,894 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2019 241,261 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2018 235,741 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 230,415 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 13 Feb 2017 230,413 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Feb 2016 224,232 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 216,711 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2015 216,705 miles

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 210,146 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 203,414 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 15 Feb 2013 203,408 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 195,394 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

both frt seat belts twisted

osr handbrake efficiency low and load screaching noise when applied but passed on lock

Pass 14 Feb 2011 188,858 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2010 180,960 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 165,133 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 147,110 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 146,396 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 132,975 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 120,743 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Prado?

Based on 2,825 MOT tests across 215 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
6,455
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
215
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 99
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 70
position lamp(s) not working 66
parking brake recording little or no effort 63
Stop lamp not working 60
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P284 GPD is a 1996 Toyota Prado in Green with a 2,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Toyota Prado models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 145,683 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Prado fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 99 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P284 GPD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Prado typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Toyota Prado is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P284 GPD is a 1996 Toyota Prado, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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