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S143 TCV

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Green Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

151,974 mi
Last recorded151,974 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2020
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS143 TCV
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2020 151,974 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 147,956 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 144,588 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 142,665 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 119,492 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2006 106,875 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 106,810 miles

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

rack mounts showing signs of weakness

Fail 27 Mar 2006 106,691 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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S143 TCV is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Green with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S143 TCV, 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 S143 TCV registered?

S143 TCV is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is S143 TCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S143 TCV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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