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TLJ 260R

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Blue Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

129,387 mi
Last recorded129,387 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLJ 260R
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2019 129,387 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushs deterioated/spliting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (front) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides bushs deterioated (5.3.2 (c))

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

Fail 10 Apr 2019 129,387 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel both sides (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushs deterioated/spliting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (front) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides bushs deterioated (5.3.2 (c))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 123,402 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 123,402 miles

Emissions not tested exhaust leaking (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2017 118,722 miles

Central Outer Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Aug 2017 118,722 miles

Central Outer Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 112,123 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack mounting rubbers (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 17 Aug 2016 112,123 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack mounting rubbers (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 106,585 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2015 106,585 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 100,208 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 27 Aug 2014 100,208 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 92,489 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 84,914 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 77,187 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 70,457 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Slight play on both steering arms.

Fail 22 Aug 2009 60,309 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 60,309 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 53,980 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 49,375 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 44,986 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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TLJ 260R is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Blue with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TLJ 260R, 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 TLJ 260R registered?

TLJ 260R is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is TLJ 260R safe to buy?

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