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R256 CET

1997 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado

Silver Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

192,035 mi
Last recorded192,035 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado140,445 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR256 CET
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser Colorado
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 192,035 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 182,240 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 171,070 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 165,872 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 159,547 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 159,547 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 149,767 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 140,250 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 132,040 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 129,827 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 123,863 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

corrosion on chassis

stone chip in o/s headlamp

Pass 28 Mar 2007 123,863 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

corrosion on chassis

stone chip in o/s headlamp

Pass 5 Apr 2006 111,369 miles

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

hand brake lever sticking os

ns headlamp stonechip in lens

slight play and wear in suspension bushes

How Reliable is the Toyota Landcruiser Colorado?

Based on 45,117 MOT tests across 2,976 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
6,365
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
2,976
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,330
Stop lamp not working 1,280
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,102
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 946
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R256 CET is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado in Silver with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 140,445 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Landcruiser Colorado fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,330 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R256 CET, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R256 CET registered?

R256 CET is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R256 CET safe to buy?

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