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R257 GNA

1998 Toyota Landcruiser

Black Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

232,147 mi
Last recorded232,147 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2023
Typical for 1998 Toyota Landcruiser136,743 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR257 GNA
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2023 232,147 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 209,871 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 196,463 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 143,965 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 May 2013 142,272 miles

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

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 May 2012 139,415 miles

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

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

underbody and parts in rusty condition

Fail 9 May 2011 94,552 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 May 2011 94,552 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 128,466 miles

slight play o/s/f wheel

slight play o/s/f wheel

Pass 11 Mar 2009 123,475 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 117,391 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 117,391 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Nearside Stop lamp missing (1.2.1a)

Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Sep 2006 108,464 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 108,323 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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R257 GNA is a 1998 Toyota Landcruiser in Black with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Landcruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 136,743 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 R257 GNA, 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 28 years old, this Toyota Landcruiser is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R257 GNA registered?

R257 GNA is a 1998 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 29 May 1998.

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