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R698 FVC

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Green Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

241,516 mi
Last recorded241,516 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2013
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR698 FVC
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 8 Nov 2013 241,516 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 241,516 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 233,803 miles

n/s rear light lens damaged.

Fail 31 May 2012 233,775 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brakes are pulling to the left slightly.

front reg plate is in poor condition.

n/s rear light lens is damaged.

n/s rear shock absorber leaking oil slightly.

o/s front anti roll bush split.

Pass 17 Feb 2010 220,864 miles

engine oil leak

front no plate cracked

n/s/f brake discs slight warp

slight movement at n/s of rack

steering wheel in one small area repaired with tape

top front to rear brake pipe corroded

various chips in screen

Pass 10 Feb 2009 204,195 miles

front to rear and load valve brake pipes corroded

n/s/r top tail lens holed

Fail 6 Feb 2009 204,156 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front to rear and load valve brake pipes corroded

n/s/r top tail lens holed

Pass 12 Feb 2008 188,508 miles

rear lap belt slight fraying

slight movement in n/s rack mount

windscreen chipped

n/s/r lens broken

o/s/f brake pipe slightly corroded

Fail 6 Feb 2008 188,032 miles

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

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

both n/s tyres nearing min limits

n/s/r lens broken

o/s/f brake pipe slightly corroded

rear lap belt slight fraying

slight movement in n/s rack mount

windscreen chipped

Pass 18 Jan 2007 170,134 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 170,134 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 155,249 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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R698 FVC is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Green with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R698 FVC, 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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R698 FVC is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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