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R866 GWC

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Red Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

223,908 mi
Last recorded223,908 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR866 GWC
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 223,908 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 221,035 miles

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Front oil leak

Pass 22 Feb 2024 216,443 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 211,589 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 200,872 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear brake pipes across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 197,333 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Trailing arm mount to chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2017 194,479 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both front ()

Fail 8 Dec 2017 194,471 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both front ()

Pass 5 Dec 2016 190,287 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 187,653 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 182,437 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 177,683 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Dec 2013 177,683 miles

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Dec 2012 169,009 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 169,009 miles

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

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

air con compressor pulley breaking up

Pass 26 Nov 2011 160,093 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 152,539 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

near side front steering rack mount rubber worn, resulting in slight free play

outer sill covers fitted

unable to assess near side rear brake pipes over chassis

Pass 24 Nov 2010 152,539 miles

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

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

Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

near side front steering rack mount rubber worn, resulting in slight free play

outer sill covers fitted

unable to assess near side rear brake pipes over chassis

Pass 1 Oct 2009 146,284 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2008 138,813 miles

only one reverse light working

Pass 5 Dec 2007 125,739 miles

slight play in steering rack mounting bushes

Pass 30 Oct 2006 113,624 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 102,042 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2005 102,840 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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R866 GWC is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Red with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 R866 GWC, 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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R866 GWC is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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