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R581 MCB

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Blue Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

166,254 mi
Last recorded166,254 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2021
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR581 MCB
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2021 166,254 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 164,587 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2019 164,537 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 159,769 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 142,882 miles

slight corrosion on all brake discs

various areas of corrosion on body and chassis suspension and front spring turrets

various brake pipes corroded

Pass 1 Aug 2016 139,019 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 139,019 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 139,257 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 137,647 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 136,376 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 133,913 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 132,292 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 130,605 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 96,963 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 96,957 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

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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R581 MCB is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Blue with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R581 MCB, 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 R581 MCB registered?

R581 MCB is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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