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Toyota Landcruiser

Green · Diesel · 1997 · 3,000 cc

R317 KARMOT history

R317 KAR is a green diesel Toyota Landcruiser first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT expired on 8 Feb 2024 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 239,354 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2023.

R317 KAR green Toyota Land Cruiser – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Land Cruiser, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Feb 2024
Mileage
239,354 km
At MOT on 9 Feb 2023
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,473 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R317 KAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Landcruiser
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,000 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

R317 KAR was last recorded at 239,354 km on 9 Feb 2023, 7,330 km more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Feb 2021: 20,830 miles, lower than 220,691 miles on 27 Jan 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
232,024 km · 7 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
7,330 km
Average per year
9,473 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 239,354 km
  • 2022 – 232,024 km
  • 2019 – 203,613 km
  • 2015 – 172,005 km
  • 2014 – 158,593 km
  • 2010 – 125,538 km
  • 2006 – 84,967 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass239,354 km

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Vehicle in need of a full brake service.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass239,354 km (+7,330)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    239,354 km
    Test number
    304981109634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass232,024 km
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    232,024 km
    Test number
    990595950847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail232,024 km2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,024 km
    Test number
    571901007921
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass20,830 miles (-199,861)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    20,830 miles
    Test number
    751565691175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail220,691 miles (+7,618)3 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,691 miles
    Test number
    809699192883
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axle tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axle tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass213,073 miles (+177)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    213,073 miles
    Test number
    622972643890
    • AdvisoryVehicle in need of a full brake service.

  7. Fail212,896 miles4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,896 miles
    Test number
    559903488290
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle in need of a full brake service.

  8. Pass203,613 km
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    203,613 km
    Test number
    586084100619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail203,596 miles (+8,537)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,596 miles
    Test number
    610055767032
    • DangerousNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake relay lever has restricted free movement Brake restricted free movement.in need of a service. (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin X 4 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin X 4 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass195,059 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    195,059 miles
    Test number
    258931653787
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  11. Fail195,059 miles (+11,791)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,059 miles
    Test number
    442066840707
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  12. Pass183,268 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    183,268 miles
    Test number
    523722265264
    • AdvisoryOffside rack boot split

  13. Pass172,005 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    172,005 km
    Test number
    424266641542
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Fail172,005 km (+13,412)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,005 km
    Test number
    632224942862
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass158,593 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    158,593 km
    Test number
    119633474239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass148,946 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    148,946 miles
    Test number
    567176073257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Fail148,946 miles (+3,935)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,946 miles
    Test number
    279166773260
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Pass145,011 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    145,011 miles
    Test number
    896311822024
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteCentre stop lamp has a bulb not working
    • NoteRear brake discs worn
    • NoteRear brake pads look low but unable to see properly with the wheels fitted
    • NoteSevere oil leak
    • NoteUnable to see front brake pads properly with the wheels fitted

  19. Fail145,011 miles (+9,941)3 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,011 miles
    Test number
    266650122039
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteCentre stop lamp has a bulb not working
    • NoteRear brake discs worn
    • NoteRear brake pads look low but unable to see properly with the wheels fitted
    • NoteSevere oil leak
    • NoteUnable to see front brake pads properly with the wheels fitted

  20. Pass135,070 miles (+184)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    135,070 miles
    Test number
    459271231044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail134,886 miles7 failures8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,886 miles
    Test number
    785661921067
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureSteering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • NoteBoth headlamp aims are at their highest level limit
    • NoteCentre stop lamp has a bulb not working
    • NoteFront tyres are worn on the edges
    • NoteNearside headlamp is slightly insecure
    • NoteOffside front bottom ball joint boot is perished
    • NoteOffside front bottom ball joint boot is split
    • NotePower steering rack damp
    • NoteSlight gearbox oil leak

  22. Pass125,538 km
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    125,538 km
    Test number
    864498310050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail125,538 km4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,538 km
    Test number
    684638610075
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack bushes
    • NoteUndertray fitted to vehicle some parts not checked properly

  24. Pass109,290 miles (+9,766)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    109,290 miles
    Test number
    684618198225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass99,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    99,524 miles
    Test number
    930717597233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass84,967 km
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    84,967 km
    Test number
    314926996410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R317 KAR

Does R317 KAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R317 KAR expired on 8 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R317 KAR?
The MOT on R317 KAR expired on 8 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R317 KAR done?
R317 KAR was recorded at 239,354 km at its MOT on 9 Feb 2023, an average of 9,473 km a year.
Has R317 KAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R317 KAR has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on R317 KAR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Feb 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R317 KAR find?
R317 KAR passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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