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R180 DCA

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Red Diesel 4164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2023
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

208,750 mi
Last recorded208,750 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2023
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR180 DCA
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,164cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Fail 27 Nov 2023 208,750 miles

Boot lid component damaged and likely to cause injury tail gate (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Central Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Nearside Electrical wiring insulation so damaged or deteriorated it is likely to cause a short-circuit under bonnet bare wires exposed (4.11 (c) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED bulbs fitted halogen lamps, to dipped and full been lamps (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Nearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting central. corroded and inadequately repaired (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged fouling on shock absorber (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED bulbs fitted to halogen lamps, to dipped and full been lamps (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch/floorpan (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached cross member (6.1.6 (i) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Electrical wiring inadequately secured under bonnet (4.11 (a) (i))

Offside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured in door jam, likely to become damaged (4.11 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 207,882 miles

Brake noise noticed on RBT test

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner wings corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2022 207,879 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both headlights (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Brake noise noticed on RBT test

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner wings corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 200,001 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at rear diff (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 17 Feb 2020 199,999 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed twisted. rubbing off of hub (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier battery on passenger front (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at rear diff (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 190,270 miles

NO REAR SEATS FITTED

Fail 18 Feb 2019 190,228 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working LOWER (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

NO REAR SEATS FITTED

Pass 15 Feb 2018 175,387 miles

no rear seats fitted

Fail 13 Feb 2018 175,315 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

no rear seats fitted

Pass 6 Mar 2017 166,851 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 153,322 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 144,134 miles

Tyres have slight damage/cuts in sidwalls.

Fail 2 Mar 2015 144,128 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Slight play/wear in front wheel bearings.

Tyres have slight damage/cuts in sidwalls.

Pass 27 Jun 2014 142,210 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

indicators in front bumper not connected

Fail 19 Jun 2014 142,199 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

indicators in front bumper not yet connected

Pass 1 Jul 2013 142,016 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

nearside front and both rear tyres has inner sidewall damage

Pass 26 Jun 2012 141,897 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 139,999 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 139,999 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 137,773 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 137,759 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 27 May 2009 132,435 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 129,999 miles

both front hub seals slightly leaking

rear section exhaust missing

Fail 31 May 2007 125,353 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 May 2007 125,353 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 115,300 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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R180 DCA is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Red with a 4,164cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R180 DCA, 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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R180 DCA is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 7 August 1997.

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