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R408 YGV

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Black Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

212,824 mi
Last recorded212,824 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2016
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR408 YGV
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2016 212,824 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 201,595 miles

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 190,814 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Dec 2013 179,503 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 166,995 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 166,991 miles

Nearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 153,375 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 153,370 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 149,519 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 133,210 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 123,487 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 115,062 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 102,953 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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R408 YGV is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Black with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R408 YGV, 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 R408 YGV registered?

R408 YGV is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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