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P965 TKH

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Red Diesel 4164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

199,172 mi
Last recorded199,172 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP965 TKH
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,164cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 199,172 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2024 191,021 miles

Brake pipes/Brake hose ferrules/ fuel pipes are corroded

Seepage of oil from underside engine/gearbox

Underside of vehicle has corrosion bluid up

Pass 7 Oct 2023 188,196 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2022 187,968 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 186,920 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 185,712 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 181,015 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 174,464 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 168,653 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 162,054 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 155,929 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 19 May 2014 148,978 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 144,520 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 144,520 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 11 May 2012 136,846 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 132,000 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 125,890 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 118,874 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 109,247 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 99,545 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 89,046 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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P965 TKH is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Red with a 4,164cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P965 TKH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P965 TKH registered?

P965 TKH is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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The MOT history for P965 TKH shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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