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Can I import a Toyota Land Cruiser 70 series from Africa or Australia?

Could I import a 70 series Land Cruiser from somewhere where thet are still on sale - Australia or an African country - and use it in roads in the UK, even though it does not meet emissions regulations?

Asked on 31 August 2023 by Malcolm Beet

Answered by David Ross
In theory you could import a Land Cruiser for your own use, but you would need to apply for Individual Vehicle Approval, which you can read more about here: www.gov.uk/vehicle-approval/individual-vehicle-app...s

You may have to make modifications for it to be approved, which may also include emissions control equipment, which could prove to be an expensive process.
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