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WIW 9976

1997 Toyota Landcruiser

Gold Diesel 2980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

359,407 mi
Last recorded359,407 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2013
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser140,425 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWIW 9976
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2013 359,407 miles

both rear tyres cracking slightly and getting close to wear limit indicators

pass and advise the n/s front brake looks like its been grinding at some point, small amount of metal dust present and marks on the discs but the brake pads look ok. would need stripping to check!

slight cracking on the front ARB link rod rubbers

Fail 8 Nov 2013 359,407 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear tyres cracking slightly and getting close to wear limit indicators

pass and advise the n/s front brake looks like its been grinding at some point, small amount of metal dust present and marks on the discs but the brake pads look ok. would need stripping to check!

slight cracking on the front ARB link rod rubbers

Pass 15 Nov 2012 339,798 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

front to rear ridgid brake pipes slightly corroded

steering rack bush's slight play

Fail 15 Nov 2012 339,798 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

front to rear ridgid brake pipes slightly corroded

steering rack bush's slight play

Pass 15 Nov 2011 317,748 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

fog lamp came on with a tap

steering rack bushs deteriorated causing slight movement

Fail 14 Nov 2011 317,742 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

fog lamp came on with a tap

steering rack bushs deteriorated causing slight movement

Pass 17 Nov 2010 298,097 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 298,097 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 272,805 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 272,805 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 230,084 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 230,084 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2007 189,814 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 May 2006 172,313 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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WIW 9976 is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser in Gold with a 2,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 WIW 9976, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WIW 9976 registered?

WIW 9976 is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is WIW 9976 safe to buy?

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