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R395 KWS

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Red Diesel 2980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

179,966 mi
Last recorded179,966 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR395 KWS
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 May 2017 179,966 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 179,966 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2016 174,481 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2016 174,481 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 167,780 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jun 2014 156,526 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 150,613 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2013 150,613 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 15 Jun 2012 144,175 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 144,174 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 137,767 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 131,889 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 131,889 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 124,987 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 124,987 miles

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 117,889 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 116,647 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 110,053 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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R395 KWS is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Red with a 2,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R395 KWS, 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 R395 KWS registered?

R395 KWS is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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