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P68 VJS

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Red Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

162,499 mi
Last recorded162,499 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP68 VJS
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 162,499 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2025 159,635 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 156,492 miles

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 152,825 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 148,937 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 145,939 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2020 140,908 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 136,337 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 131,820 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2018 131,727 miles

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules CENTER (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 125,652 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 121,511 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 117,911 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 113,284 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 110,262 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 107,798 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 105,948 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 103,291 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 100,919 miles

steering rack rubber mounts slight movement

Pass 17 Jan 2008 98,334 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 96,050 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2006 131,998 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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P68 VJS is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Red with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 P68 VJS, 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 P68 VJS registered?

P68 VJS is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 16 January 1997.

Is P68 VJS safe to buy?

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