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TDL 831

1983 Toyota Landcruiser

Red Diesel 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

104,564 mi
Last recorded104,564 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1983 Toyota Landcruiser134,502 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDL 831
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 104,564 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

O/S & N/S Rear wheel arch areas corroded

Offside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 17 Oct 2025 104,542 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chalked (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to central (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced all welding chalked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced central suspension mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chalked (6.1.6 (i) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear springs corroded and bushes worn and perished

Pass 3 Jul 2023 104,467 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 104,139 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 103,943 miles

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

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

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

Fail 26 Apr 2013 103,682 miles

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

All brake pipes corroded

All rear suspension bushes worn

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Corrosion on underside of vehicle around heat shield

Slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 8 Mar 2012 103,405 miles

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

General corrosion arround vehicle,

Slight play in both front tractor joints.

Fail 1 Mar 2012 103,379 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

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

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Batteries not fully secured.

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

General corrosion arround vehicle,

Slight play in both front tractor joints.

Pass 8 Oct 2010 102,706 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 4 Oct 2010 102,706 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 100,430 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 96,823 miles

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

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

general body corrosion

Pass 13 Jul 2007 90,142 miles

corrosion seat belt anchorages,front panels and rear floors

Pass 19 Jul 2006 83,307 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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TDL 831 is a 1983 Toyota Landcruiser in Red with a 3,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1983 Toyota Landcruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 134,502 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 TDL 831, 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 43 years old, this Toyota Landcruiser is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TDL 831 registered?

TDL 831 is a 1983 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 15 April 1983.

Is TDL 831 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TDL 831 shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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