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R214 NOU

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Green Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

165,901 mi
Last recorded165,901 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2010
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR214 NOU
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2010 165,901 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2010 165,901 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

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

FRONT BRAKE FLEXIS PERRISHING

SMALL HOLE CENTRE EXHAUST BOX

Pass 7 Dec 2009 151,837 miles

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

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

light surface corrosion

slight footbrake travel

slight play to o/s end of steering rack

timing belt light on

Fail 1 Dec 2009 151,649 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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

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

light surface corrosion

slight footbrake travel

slight play to o/s end of steering rack

timing belt light on

Pass 2 Dec 2008 139,257 miles

both front brake flexis perished

timing belt light on

Fail 28 Nov 2008 139,177 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front brake flexis perished

timing belt light on

Pass 19 Nov 2007 123,561 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 110,498 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2006 110,406 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

n/s/rear tyre worn on edges

rear brake pads appear low

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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R214 NOU is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Green with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 R214 NOU, 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 R214 NOU registered?

R214 NOU is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R214 NOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R214 NOU shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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