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R699 MAB

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Green Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

165,625 mi
Last recorded165,625 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR699 MAB
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 165,625 miles

Coil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))

N/S/F anti roll bar link slightly insecure

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front [lower] (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear cross member showing corrosion

Pass 30 Jan 2025 163,662 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front[lower] (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front [lower arms] (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 161,706 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 159,744 miles

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

all underside steering and suspension items showing corrosion

Pass 11 Jan 2022 158,588 miles

all underside steering and suspension components showing corrosion

Pass 19 Jan 2021 157,062 miles

all underside steering and suspension components showing corrosion

Pass 17 Jul 2019 152,397 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 149,043 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 146,800 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 143,416 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 140,239 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 136,821 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

both rear top shocker mounting points slightly corroded

Pass 29 Jul 2013 133,226 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 29 Jul 2013 133,226 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 128,470 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 125,118 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 121,088 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 116,849 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 116,811 miles

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

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 111,059 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 106,744 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 95,855 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 91,237 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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R699 MAB is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Green with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 R699 MAB, 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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R699 MAB is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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