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S48 XBT

1998 Toyota Land Cruiser

Green Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

155,083 mi
Last recorded155,083 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2015
Typical for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser134,252 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS48 XBT
MakeToyota
ModelLand Cruiser
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2015 155,083 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 153,446 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

surface rust on chassis

Pass 23 Jun 2012 152,493 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 147,840 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 143,209 miles

advise front brake pads low.

advise handbrake travel high.

advise offside front seat belt frayed.

advise spare tyre below legal limit

Fail 10 Jun 2010 143,173 miles

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advise front brake pads low.

advise handbrake travel high.

advise offside front seat belt frayed.

advise power steering rack oil leaking

advise spare tyre below legal limit

Pass 8 Jun 2009 137,359 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 137,359 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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

Pass 15 May 2008 128,497 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 119,292 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 119,237 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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S48 XBT is a 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser in Green with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S48 XBT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S48 XBT?

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What year was S48 XBT registered?

S48 XBT is a 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S48 XBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S48 XBT shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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