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P495 RVS

1997 Toyota Landcruiser Estate

White Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2024
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

248,684 mi
Last recorded248,684 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2023
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Estate141,252 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP495 RVS
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser Estate
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2023 248,684 miles

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

General corrosion on underside off vehicle

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

Pass 23 Feb 2022 248,019 miles

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

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

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

Fail 23 Feb 2022 248,019 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Jan 2021 247,205 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2020 246,916 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Valve stem slightly damaged all (5.2.3 (j))

slight movement in offsi8de steerin rack mounting bush

underside of vehicle body and components showing signs of corrosion

Fail 31 Jan 2020 246,892 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Valve stem slightly damaged all (5.2.3 (j))

slight movement in offsi8de steerin rack mounting bush

underside of vehicle body and components showing signs of corrosion

Pass 1 Feb 2019 245,434 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

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

Fail 31 Jan 2019 245,434 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2017 239,462 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 239,452 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated cord exposed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 231,642 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2015 226,628 miles

centre exhaust slight leak

play in steering rack inner joint

rear chassis legs corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2014 222,259 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

coolant pipe leaking

steering rack bushes worn

Fail 14 Jul 2014 222,129 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

coolant pipe leaking

steering rack bushes worn

Pass 31 Jul 2013 214,402 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 204,668 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 204,664 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 194,887 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 194,887 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 183,045 miles

Auto Gearbox Fluid leaking from dip stick area joining gearbox

NSR fuel pipe has rust to outer casing

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

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

OSF Fuel pipe has rust to outer casing

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

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

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

Rear Fuel Tank has slight rust to outer casing

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

T Belt Light illuminated on dash board

OSR Diff tube seal leaking onto backing plate - suggest repair

Fail 29 Jul 2010 182,924 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Auto Gearbox Fluid leaking from dip stick area joining gearbox

NSR fuel pipe has rust to outer casing

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

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

OSF Fuel pipe has rust to outer casing

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

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

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

Rear Fuel Tank has slight rust to outer casing

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

T Belt Light illuminated on dash board

OSR Diff tube seal leaking onto backing plate - suggest repair

Pass 23 Jul 2009 166,818 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 150,936 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

handbrake close to reserve travel

Pass 30 Jul 2007 137,549 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 113,248 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Landcruiser Estate?

Based on 33,877 MOT tests across 2,144 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
6,771
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
2,144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 655
position lamp(s) not working 475
Registration plate lamp not working 474
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 471
Stop lamp not working 440
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P495 RVS is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Estate in White with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Estate models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 141,252 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Toyota Landcruiser Estate fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 655 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P495 RVS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Landcruiser Estate typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Toyota Landcruiser Estate is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P495 RVS is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Estate, first registered on 20 February 1997.

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