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Toyota Landcruiser Amazon Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Toyota Landcruiser Amazon reliable? We analysed 34,814 real MOT tests across 2,250 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 34,814 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
75.8%
Typical Mileage
118,263mi
Annual Mileage
6,592mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
29yrs

The Toyota Landcruiser Amazon is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Toyota Landcruiser Amazon.

Toyota Landcruiser Amazon Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Toyota Landcruiser Amazon. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Toyota Landcruiser Amazon MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Toyota Landcruiser Amazon to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

84%
2010
83.6%
2008
80.6%
2007
78.5%
2006
79.5%
2005
76%
2004
77.2%
2003
76.3%
2002
75.5%
2001
74.1%
2000
74.3%
1999
74.2%
1998
72.8%
1997
72.3%
1996
71.8%
1995
85.2%
1994
73.7%
1993

Toyota Landcruiser Amazon Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Toyota Landcruiser Amazon fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Brake pipe excessively corroded 715
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 641
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 544
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 526
parking brake recording little or no effort 518
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush 488
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 454
fog lamp not working 449
wheel bearing has excessive play 439
position lamp(s) not working 425

Toyota Landcruiser Amazon Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Toyota Landcruiser Amazon owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,522 mi/yr
Typical
6,592 mi/yr
Average
8,113 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,850 mi/yr

Toyota Landcruiser Amazon MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Toyota Landcruiser Amazon year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2010 50 84.0% 70,581 110,214 142,483
2008 55 83.6% 40,937 60,052 79,510
2007 953 80.6% 59,297 93,464 140,508
2006 1,455 78.5% 57,656 97,563 141,758
2005 1,936 79.5% 59,291 98,586 142,114
2004 3,231 76.0% 73,613 111,510 155,376
2003 4,234 77.2% 63,492 104,684 152,704
2002 4,348 76.3% 72,631 110,529 153,811
2001 5,070 75.5% 82,680 119,033 161,875
2000 4,012 74.1% 90,158 123,550 161,099
1999 4,556 74.3% 93,191 129,388 171,486
1998 2,543 74.2% 103,505 135,646 174,623
1997 1,769 72.8% 105,215 140,748 191,896
1996 148 72.3% 115,133 148,235 190,553
1995 71 71.8% 124,344 149,262 182,269
1994 61 85.2% 133,875 170,090 206,316
1993 57 73.7% 81,223 146,688 199,385

How Long Does a Toyota Landcruiser Amazon Last?

Based on 2,250 Toyota Landcruiser Amazon vehicles on UK roads.

Average
16.4 years
Median
18.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
29 years

Toyota Landcruiser Amazon Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Toyota Landcruiser Amazon MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
118,263 mi
75th Percentile
161,627 mi
95th Percentile
233,320 mi
Max Recorded
985,540 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Toyota Landcruiser Amazon

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
1994

85.2% MOT pass rate from 61 tests

Year to avoid
1995

71.8% MOT pass rate from 71 tests

The best year to buy a used Toyota Landcruiser Amazon is 1994, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.2% across 61 tests. The 1995 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Toyota Landcruiser Amazon Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Toyota Landcruiser Amazon THIS CAR 75.8% 34,814 118,263 mi 29 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
Volkswagen Type 2 68.5% 11,485 50,591 mi 62 yrs

Compared to the Toyota Yaris (77.7% pass rate) and the Toyota Corolla (75.4% pass rate), the Toyota Landcruiser Amazon sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Toyota Landcruiser Amazon?

The Toyota Landcruiser Amazon has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.8% across 34,814 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common problems on the Toyota Landcruiser Amazon are brake pipe excessively corroded (715 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (641), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (544). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Toyota Landcruiser Amazon owner drives around 6,592 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 Landcruiser Amazon models stay on UK roads for around 29 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.

Toyota Landcruiser Amazon — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Toyota Landcruiser Amazon reliable?
Based on 34,814 MOT tests, the Toyota Landcruiser Amazon has a 75.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Toyota Landcruiser Amazon?
The most common MOT failures are brake pipe excessively corroded, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Toyota Landcruiser Amazon do per year?
The typical Toyota Landcruiser Amazon does around 6,592 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Toyota Landcruiser Amazon last?
Most Toyota Landcruiser Amazon models stay on UK roads for around 29 years based on our analysis of 2,250 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Toyota Landcruiser Amazon?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Toyota Landcruiser Amazon?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Toyota Landcruiser Amazon is 1994 with a 85.2% pass rate across 61 tests.