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R974 JAD

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Blue Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

156,092 mi
Last recorded156,092 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR974 JAD
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 156,092 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides very split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Offside rear inner sill/inner wheel arch, rear chassis & suspension corroded but not in prescribed area

Pass 29 Aug 2025 154,983 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 153,922 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 153,271 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 152,623 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 151,719 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 150,682 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 149,852 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2019 149,837 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Aug 2018 147,899 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 145,591 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2016 144,071 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 140,700 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 138,017 miles

n/s & o/s rear tyres slightly perrished

Pass 20 Aug 2013 135,423 miles

steering rack mtg bushes worn

Pass 29 Aug 2012 131,532 miles

steering rack rubber mtg have slight play

Pass 5 Sep 2011 129,357 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 124,488 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 119,890 miles

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

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

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

steering rack mounting bushes slightly worn

Pass 1 Sep 2008 116,135 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2007 112,234 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 112,234 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 106,999 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 101,120 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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R974 JAD is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Blue with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R974 JAD, 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 R974 JAD registered?

R974 JAD is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 26 August 1997.

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