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P493 HNT

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Red Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

153,031 mi
Last recorded153,031 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2022
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP493 HNT
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 18 Oct 2022 153,031 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 152,410 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 147,244 miles

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

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

nearside handbrake uses more effort than offside

under tray fitted obscuring view

Pass 15 Aug 2019 143,298 miles

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

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

nearside rear handbrake uses more effort than offside

under tray fitted obscuring view

Pass 16 Aug 2018 139,016 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2017 134,540 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both (2.7.4)

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

slight corrosion around all four body mountings

Pass 18 Aug 2016 130,653 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

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

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both (2.7.4)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both (2.7.4)

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

both front tyres perishing in tread

centre exhaust deteriorated

nearside rear tyre cracking on outer wall

offside rear tyre perishing in tread

Pass 6 Aug 2015 126,281 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres perishing in tread

centre exhaust deteriorated

offside front tyre cracking in tread

Pass 19 Aug 2014 123,225 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres slightly perishing on outer wall

slight dampness around gearbox diff

Pass 15 Aug 2013 121,765 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

slight dampness around gearbox diff

Pass 21 Aug 2012 120,051 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 118,519 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 115,275 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 111,277 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2008 107,959 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 104,794 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 100,594 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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P493 HNT is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Red with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P493 HNT, 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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P493 HNT is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 25 March 1997.

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