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Toyota Landcruiser

Black · Diesel · 1998 · 2,982 cc

S42 PABMOT history

S42 PAB is a black diesel Toyota Landcruiser first used on 29 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 203,930 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

S42 PAB black Toyota Land Cruiser – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Land Cruiser, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
203,930 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,203 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S42 PAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Landcruiser
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,982 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
29 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S42 PAB was last recorded at 203,930 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
203,906 miles · 5 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
4,203 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 203,930 miles
  • 2017 – 194,900 miles
  • 2016 – 191,816 miles
  • 2015 – 188,816 miles
  • 2014 – 185,518 miles
  • 2013 – 182,789 miles
  • 2012 – 180,637 miles
  • 2011 – 170,680 miles
  • 2010 – 159,096 miles
  • 2009 – 147,457 miles
  • 2008 – 136,926 miles
  • 2007 – 128,531 miles
  • 2006 – 119,681 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,930 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner bead area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough Heavy/tight in operation lock to lock (2.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive on axle (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear chassis corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass203,930 miles (+24)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    203,930 miles
    Test number
    573044756180
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner bead area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough Heavy/tight in operation lock to lock (2.1.1 (a))

  2. Fail203,906 miles (+9,006)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,906 miles
    Test number
    728581171352
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened Drop link bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough Heavy/tight in operation lock to lock (2.1.1 (a))

  3. Pass194,900 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    194,900 miles
    Test number
    648406965747
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive on axle (2.4.A.3)

  4. Fail194,900 miles (+3,084)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,900 miles
    Test number
    972544775695
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive on axle (2.4.A.3)

  5. Pass191,816 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    191,816 miles
    Test number
    496504620895
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded

  6. Fail191,816 miles (+3,000)11 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,816 miles
    Test number
    703392735465
    • FailureHorn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 3 x body mount/out riggers (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 2 x body mounts/ out riggers (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam spot light (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp works with side lights, not by the fog light switch (1.3.2f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded

  7. Pass188,816 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    188,816 miles
    Test number
    288746655173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail188,789 miles (+3,271)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,789 miles
    Test number
    687033355158
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  9. Pass185,518 miles (+2,729)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    185,518 miles
    Test number
    805432534150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSurface rust forming on rear chassis rails

  10. Pass182,789 miles (+114)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    182,789 miles
    Test number
    458343143180
    • NoteRear axle casing corroded

  11. Fail182,675 miles (+2,038)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,675 miles
    Test number
    959797523127
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteRear axle casing corroded

  12. Pass180,637 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    180,637 miles
    Test number
    295773242159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail180,627 miles (+9,947)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,627 miles
    Test number
    739602042128
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass170,680 miles (+11,584)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    170,680 miles
    Test number
    896561631186
    • NoteUnable to fold drivers seat forward to allow access to and from rear seats.

  15. Pass159,096 miles (+11,639)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2011
    Odometer
    159,096 miles
    Test number
    201740330488
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass147,457 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    147,457 miles
    Test number
    551694409108
    • NoteCrossion to exhaust system
    • NotePlastic undertrays fitted
    • NoteSide steps fitted
    • NoteSlight crossion to underside

  17. Fail147,457 miles (+10,531)2 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,457 miles
    Test number
    621834909194
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteCrossion to exhaust system
    • NotePlastic undertrays fitted
    • NoteSide steps fitted
    • NoteSlight crossion to underside

  18. Pass136,926 miles (+8,395)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    136,926 miles
    Test number
    611807978014
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAlot of movement in steering rack mounts
    • NoteFront seatbelts badly twisted

  19. Pass128,531 miles (+8,850)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    128,531 miles
    Test number
    971933577061
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine oil level on minimum
    • NoteNearside rear seat fitted with babyseat
    • NoteOffside handbrake lever does not fully return

  20. Pass119,681 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    119,681 miles
    Test number
    622222086060
    • NoteAs previous test. cert.no. 353342686077

  21. Fail119,681 miles2 failures3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,681 miles
    Test number
    353342686077
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteDiff leaking
    • NoteNearside spotlight not working
    • NotePlay in steering rack mounts
    • NoteRear chassis corroded
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edges

Questions about S42 PAB

Does S42 PAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S42 PAB is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S42 PAB?
The MOT on S42 PAB is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S42 PAB done?
S42 PAB was recorded at 203,930 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 4,203 miles a year.
Has S42 PAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S42 PAB has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S42 PAB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S42 PAB find?
S42 PAB passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner bead area; play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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