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R834 BNA

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Black Petrol 4477cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

105,296 mi
Last recorded105,296 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR834 BNA
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,477cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 105,296 miles

Underside of vehicle corroded in various places but not seriously weakened

Fail 2 Jul 2026 105,296 miles

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

Underside of vehicle corroded in various places but not seriously weakened

Pass 23 Sep 2025 104,877 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 102,671 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 100,916 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 97,508 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 94,005 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 90,537 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 87,396 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 84,836 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 82,322 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 80,641 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 78,555 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015 78,555 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2014 76,342 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 73,596 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 70,660 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Jun 2012 70,660 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 May 2011 69,087 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 65,017 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 64,161 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 57,850 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 54,054 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 49,787 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 49,787 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2005 46,963 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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R834 BNA is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Black with a 4,477cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R834 BNA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R834 BNA registered?

R834 BNA is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R834 BNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R834 BNA shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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