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R61 HGK

1997 Toyota Landcruiser Estate

Green Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

66,327 mi
Last recorded66,327 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Estate141,252 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR61 HGK
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser Estate
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 66,327 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (dip-stick tube insecure) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2025 66,253 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle (tie-bar mount) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached upper mount (5.3.2 (a) (i))

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Oil leak, but not excessive engine (dip-stick tube insecure) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 60,096 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced D-bush bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside front tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Main chassis [Front of rear axle tie bar] (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 52,076 miles

Offside Handbrake reading slightly low

Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Nearside & offside rear brackets [on axle] slightly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Slight corrosion nearside centre main chassis member [ near rear spring front mount] (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 44,169 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 40,162 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 38,898 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2019 38,874 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 34,993 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 34,114 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 32,904 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2016 32,903 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 31,537 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 27,163 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 24,236 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 21,558 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 18,913 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 18,796 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 15,653 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 13,003 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 6,944 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 1,168 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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R61 HGK is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Estate in Green with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R61 HGK, 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.

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What year was R61 HGK registered?

R61 HGK is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Estate, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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