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R778 HGJ

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Black Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

205,396 mi
Last recorded205,396 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2023
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR778 HGJ
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2023 205,396 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 204,813 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2022 204,812 miles

Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2021 203,383 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 193,801 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 185,568 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 179,192 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 171,242 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 166,926 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 160,201 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 152,706 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 139,820 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 130,696 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 130,679 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 19 Aug 2010 119,312 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 119,312 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 103,705 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

steering rack has slight movement at it's mountings

Fail 7 Sep 2009 103,705 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

steering rack has slight movement at it's mountings

Pass 29 Sep 2008 96,896 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 87,668 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 80,336 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 73,126 miles

Offside Inner Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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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R778 HGJ is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Black 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 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 R778 HGJ, 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 R778 HGJ registered?

R778 HGJ is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 29 August 1997.

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