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R36 LTF

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Red Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

236,256 mi
Last recorded236,256 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2023
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR36 LTF
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2023 236,256 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2022 229,083 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

all tyres perished

both front brake hoses perished

Pass 10 Feb 2021 219,072 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 211,430 miles

front brake hoses perished

Pass 12 Feb 2019 200,714 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Feb 2018 188,862 miles

child seat fitted in rear of car

front brake hoses perished

Pass 7 Mar 2017 178,854 miles

brake hoses perished

child seat fitted partial check on belts

stone chips in front screen

Pass 10 Mar 2016 164,684 miles

Some play O/S/F Lower arm balljoint

Some play in steering rack inner joints

Underside general surface rust

Fail 10 Mar 2016 164,684 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Some play O/S/F Lower arm balljoint

Some play in steering rack inner joints

Underside general surface rust

Pass 17 Feb 2015 164,630 miles

Front brake hoses deterated slightly

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Underside has surface rust and muddy

Fail 17 Feb 2015 164,630 miles

Front brake hoses deterated slightly

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Underside has surface rust and muddy

Pass 19 Oct 2013 163,327 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

exhaust slightly corroded

Fail 30 Oct 2012 161,070 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Oil leak

exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2012 161,070 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak

exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 26 Sep 2011 159,681 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 158,492 miles

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

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

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 155,917 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 155,583 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 152,664 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 145,482 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 124,176 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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R36 LTF is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Red with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 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 R36 LTF, 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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R36 LTF is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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