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R26 FCG

1997 Toyota Landcruiser Estate

Blue Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

197,941 mi
Last recorded197,941 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Estate141,252 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR26 FCG
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser Estate
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 197,941 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2026 197,909 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 192,416 miles

Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 186,037 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 179,879 miles

Lower general underbody/chassis light rusting

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 23 Jan 2023 179,879 miles

Lower general underbody/chassis light rusting

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 173,332 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 169,151 miles

Central Lower Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel and brake lines corroded ()

Central Lower Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel and brake lines corroded ()

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear handbrake poor/low effort

Pass 15 Jan 2020 162,765 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 157,349 miles

Offside Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 153,175 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 149,874 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 147,181 miles

Centre Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 144,677 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 144,677 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 23 Nov 2013 141,282 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 12 Nov 2012 139,306 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 139,306 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 137,111 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 134,108 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 129,626 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 121,867 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 112,483 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2007 112,483 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 102,740 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Toyota Landcruiser Estate?

Based on 33,877 MOT tests across 2,144 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
6,771
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
2,144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 655
position lamp(s) not working 475
Registration plate lamp not working 474
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 471
Stop lamp not working 440
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R26 FCG is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Estate in Blue with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Estate models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 141,252 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Landcruiser Estate fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 655 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R26 FCG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R26 FCG registered?

R26 FCG is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Estate, first registered on 28 November 1997.

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