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Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Toyota Landcruiser Colorado reliable? We analysed 45,117 real MOT tests across 2,976 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 45,117 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
71.5%
Typical Mileage
124,577mi
Annual Mileage
6,365mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
30yrs

The Toyota Landcruiser Colorado is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, stop lamp not working and parking brake recording little or no effort. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Toyota Landcruiser Colorado.

Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Number Plates

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

Toyota Landcruiser Colorado MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

89.5%
2010
81.2%
2008
80.6%
2007
73.7%
2006
74.9%
2005
73%
2004
76%
2003
72.1%
2002
73.6%
2001
70.7%
2000
71.5%
1999
69.7%
1998
69.7%
1997
68.9%
1996

Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,330
Stop lamp not working 1,280
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,102
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 946
position lamp(s) not working 911
Registration plate lamp not working 877
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 869
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 576
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 551

Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
3,700 mi/yr
Typical
6,365 mi/yr
Average
7,421 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,823 mi/yr

Toyota Landcruiser Colorado MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2010 57 89.5% 44,401 59,247 88,420
2008 69 81.2% 44,974 76,354 125,051
2007 139 80.6% 66,876 94,915 136,611
2006 213 73.7% 84,615 131,464 175,670
2005 390 74.9% 80,663 110,361 152,192
2004 696 73.0% 69,843 106,916 148,066
2003 1,222 76.0% 68,320 105,767 147,656
2002 7,564 72.1% 76,260 111,938 151,466
2001 8,444 73.6% 83,209 117,263 155,720
2000 5,315 70.7% 90,575 120,057 154,927
1999 5,572 71.5% 95,476 125,001 159,434
1998 5,595 69.7% 101,102 129,990 165,246
1997 8,052 69.7% 110,425 140,445 173,882
1996 1,585 68.9% 109,488 136,234 171,626

How Long Does a Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Last?

Based on 2,976 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado vehicles on UK roads.

Average
16.5 years
Median
17.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
30 years

Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Mileage Distribution

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

Median
124,577 mi
75th Percentile
160,824 mi
95th Percentile
218,330 mi
Max Recorded
964,134 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Toyota Landcruiser Colorado

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

Best year
2010

89.5% MOT pass rate from 57 tests

Year to avoid
1996

68.9% MOT pass rate from 1,585 tests

The best year to buy a used Toyota Landcruiser Colorado is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.5% across 57 tests. The 1996 model year has the lowest pass rate at 68.9% — 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 Colorado Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Toyota Landcruiser Colorado THIS CAR 71.5% 45,117 124,577 mi 30 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
Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet 72% 41,914 48,062 mi 26 yrs

Compared to the Toyota Yaris (77.7% pass rate) and the Toyota Corolla (75.4% pass rate), the Toyota Landcruiser Colorado trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Toyota Landcruiser Colorado?

The Toyota Landcruiser Colorado has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.5% across 45,117 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Toyota Landcruiser Colorado are brake pipe excessively corroded (1,330 recorded failures), stop lamp not working (1,280), and parking brake recording little or no effort (1,102). 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 Colorado owner drives around 6,365 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 Colorado models stay on UK roads for around 30 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 Colorado — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Toyota Landcruiser Colorado reliable?
Based on 45,117 MOT tests, the Toyota Landcruiser Colorado has a 71.5% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Toyota Landcruiser Colorado?
The most common MOT failures are brake pipe excessively corroded, stop lamp not working, and parking brake recording little or no effort. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Toyota Landcruiser Colorado do per year?
The typical Toyota Landcruiser Colorado does around 6,365 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Toyota Landcruiser Colorado last?
Most Toyota Landcruiser Colorado models stay on UK roads for around 30 years based on our analysis of 2,976 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Toyota Landcruiser Colorado?
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 Colorado?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Toyota Landcruiser Colorado is 2010 with a 89.5% pass rate across 57 tests.