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S170 BUB

1998 Toyota Land Cruiser

Silver Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2021
Tests24 (13 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate54.2%

Mileage

190,973 mi
Last recorded190,973 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2020
Typical for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser134,252 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS170 BUB
MakeToyota
ModelLand Cruiser
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

13 pass 11 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2020 190,973 miles

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

areas of chassis been welded and then fiberglassed over

tow bar removed

Fail 3 Dec 2019 190,968 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength anti roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Steering rack insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported flexi (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 7 Dec 2018 189,651 miles

Nearside Rear BRAKE BINDING ON WHEEL FREE

Offside Front A.B.S SENSOR NOT BOLTED DOWN

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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

rear axle brake pipes and front to rears rubbing on each other along floor and not supported (P.R.S.)

Fail 4 Dec 2018 189,644 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Brake pipe connection leaking on an air braking system front to rears along chassis at connecting joint (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear BRAKE BINDING ON WHEEL FREE

Offside Front A.B.S SENSOR NOT BOLTED DOWN

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on an air braking system at flexible joint (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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

rear axle brake pipes and front to rears rubbing on each other along floor and not supported (P.R.S.)

Fail 2 Oct 2018 189,630 miles

Brake performance not tested pipes too corroded to test (1.2.1 (g))

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rears at front along floor (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear brake binding on wheel free

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

both number plates slightly deteriorated

Pass 20 Oct 2017 187,546 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rack (2.3.3b)

Rear exhaust rubber broken

Fail 19 Oct 2017 187,543 miles

Nearside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rack (2.3.3b)

Rear exhaust rubber broken

Pass 2 Aug 2016 184,426 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front of both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

fuel lines at rear corroded

Fail 27 Jul 2016 184,426 miles

Nearside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front of both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

fuel lines at rear corroded

Pass 5 Nov 2014 178,977 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 29 Oct 2014 178,972 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2013 150,784 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 159,715 miles

Centre Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 147,037 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 147,037 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 137,940 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 134,957 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 130,341 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 125,384 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 125,381 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Feb 2007 117,016 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 117,016 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2006 108,383 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2006 108,225 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

How Reliable is the Toyota Land Cruiser?

Based on 446,391 MOT tests across 36,084 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
6,776
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
36,084
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,265
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,714
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6,304
Registration plate lamp not working 6,249
position lamp(s) not working 5,976
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S170 BUB is a 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser in Silver with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.2%.

Across all 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 134,252 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Toyota Land Cruiser fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 10,265 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S170 BUB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Land Cruiser typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Toyota Land Cruiser is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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S170 BUB is a 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser, first registered on 22 October 1998.

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