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R471 GCL

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Blue Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,085 mi
Last recorded117,085 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2011
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR471 GCL
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2011 117,085 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 113,416 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 113,416 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 107,599 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 99,014 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2008 99,014 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 87,469 miles

small crack in windowscreen

Pass 17 Aug 2006 80,287 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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R471 GCL is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Blue with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R471 GCL, 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 R471 GCL registered?

R471 GCL is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 21 August 1997.

Is R471 GCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R471 GCL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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