Toyota Fj Cruiser Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Toyota Fj Cruiser reliable? We analysed 1,689 real MOT tests across 422 vehicles to find out.
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The Toyota Fj Cruiser is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Toyota Fj Cruiser.
Toyota Fj Cruiser Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Toyota Fj Cruiser. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Toyota Fj Cruiser MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Toyota Fj Cruiser to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Toyota Fj Cruiser Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Toyota Fj Cruiser fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Toyota Fj Cruiser Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Toyota Fj Cruiser models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Toyota Fj Cruiser Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Toyota Fj Cruiser owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Toyota Fj Cruiser MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Toyota Fj Cruiser year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 55 | 85.5% | 56,897 | 86,084 | 119,064 |
| 2019 | 118 | 88.1% | 21,456 | 48,394 | 71,904 |
| 2016 | 70 | 88.6% | 39,729 | 61,300 | 85,948 |
| 2015 | 89 | 92.1% | 24,342 | 49,912 | 86,640 |
| 2014 | 137 | 92.0% | 52,944 | 77,932 | 110,575 |
| 2013 | 180 | 90.6% | 53,027 | 75,125 | 97,178 |
| 2012 | 215 | 85.1% | 67,428 | 85,390 | 110,239 |
| 2011 | 208 | 87.0% | 83,795 | 105,594 | 134,458 |
| 2010 | 52 | 78.8% | 53,488 | 85,048 | 128,320 |
| 2008 | 150 | 81.3% | 52,183 | 71,557 | 128,714 |
| 2007 | 201 | 76.6% | 45,520 | 61,677 | 94,012 |
| 2006 | 65 | 76.9% | 73,643 | 99,819 | 112,706 |
How Long Does a Toyota Fj Cruiser Last?
Based on 422 Toyota Fj Cruiser vehicles on UK roads.
Toyota Fj Cruiser Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Toyota Fj Cruiser MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Toyota Fj Cruiser
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.1% MOT pass rate from 89 tests
76.6% MOT pass rate from 201 tests
The best year to buy a used Toyota Fj Cruiser is 2015, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.1% across 89 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Toyota Fj Cruiser Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Fj Cruiser THIS CAR | 85.4% | 1,689 | 76,348 mi | 20 yrs |
| Toyota Yaris | 77.7% | 9,038,234 | 54,896 mi | 27 yrs |
| Toyota Corolla | 75.4% | 4,239,724 | 75,409 mi | 36 yrs |
| Toyota Avensis | 75% | 3,497,866 | 89,776 mi | 28 yrs |
| Triumph TR7 Convertible | 68.4% | 1,243 | 58,860 mi | 46 yrs |
Compared to the Toyota Yaris (77.7% pass rate) and the Toyota Corolla (75.4% pass rate), the Toyota Fj Cruiser outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Toyota Fj Cruiser has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.4% across 1,689 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside with 9 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Toyota Fj Cruiser with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Toyota Fj Cruiser owner drives around 4,809 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Toyota Fj Cruiser models stay on UK roads for around 20 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.