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R772 DNP

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Black Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

207,543 mi
Last recorded207,543 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR772 DNP
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 207,543 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 206,829 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2023 204,887 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 203,295 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 199,994 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 196,917 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 192,746 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 188,196 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 183,430 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 179,952 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 175,814 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Dec 2014 175,730 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 171,162 miles

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 20 Nov 2013 171,162 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 161,005 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 151,115 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 147,300 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 140,610 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Feb 2010 128,138 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 128,138 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 114,819 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 112,890 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 112,885 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 112,885 miles

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 98,642 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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R772 DNP is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Black with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 R772 DNP, 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 R772 DNP registered?

R772 DNP is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 26 September 1997.

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