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R962 BBA

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Blue Petrol 4477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

204,627 mi
Last recorded204,627 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR962 BBA
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,477cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2025 204,627 miles

rear body mounts poor condition

Pass 16 Apr 2024 200,998 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 194,588 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 189,963 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 184,632 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 180,507 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 174,633 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 171,442 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 169,744 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

corrosion to o/s/rear sill 13 " from seat belt point

Pass 4 Jan 2016 166,519 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 164,176 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 160,455 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 153,012 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 3 Jan 2013 153,012 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Jan 2012 148,797 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 143,016 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 138,765 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 135,785 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 135,228 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 135,228 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 133,564 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2006 133,563 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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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R962 BBA is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Blue with a 4,477cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 R962 BBA, 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 R962 BBA registered?

R962 BBA is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R962 BBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R962 BBA shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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