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YJI 1870

1997 Toyota Landcruiser Estate

Green Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

136,326 mi
Last recorded136,326 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Estate141,252 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJI 1870
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser Estate
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 136,326 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Apr 2023 136,313 miles

Emissions unable to be completed exhaust blowing (8.2.2.2 (e))

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

all brake discs have slight corrosion

Pass 4 Feb 2019 133,644 miles

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Feb 2019 133,644 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Feb 2019 133,541 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement O/S N/S D BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated O/S N/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated O/S N/S (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 130,572 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 127,967 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 118,336 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 116,805 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 116,000 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 112,473 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 109,274 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 106,209 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 101,672 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 101,672 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 98,612 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 87,380 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Landcruiser Estate?

Based on 33,877 MOT tests across 2,144 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
6,771
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
2,144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 655
position lamp(s) not working 475
Registration plate lamp not working 474
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 471
Stop lamp not working 440
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YJI 1870 is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Estate in Green with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Estate models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 141,252 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Landcruiser Estate fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 655 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJI 1870, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Landcruiser Estate typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Toyota Landcruiser Estate is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YJI 1870 is a 1997 Toyota Landcruiser Estate, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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