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R3 TRO

1997 Toyota Landcruiser Estate

White Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

239,001 mi
Last recorded239,001 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Estate141,252 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR3 TRO
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser Estate
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 239,001 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 232,750 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 225,053 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 218,509 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 211,139 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 205,976 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 199,557 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 194,834 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 186,242 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 177,456 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2016 177,143 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 169,596 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 169,596 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 164,171 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 160,725 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 154,715 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 149,431 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 143,472 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 136,725 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 127,254 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 117,491 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 107,506 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 96,340 miles

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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R3 TRO is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Estate in White with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 R3 TRO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R3 TRO?

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What year was R3 TRO registered?

R3 TRO is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Estate, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R3 TRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R3 TRO shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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