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DS53 SDO

2003 Toyota Landcruiser

Silver Petrol 3955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,940 mi
Last recorded159,940 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Landcruiser115,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS53 SDO
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,955cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 159,940 miles

coil spring slightly corroded

small hole in n/s front inner wing, not structural

Fail 19 Jan 2026 159,940 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

coil spring slightly corroded

small hole in n/s front inner wing, not structural

Pass 6 Jan 2025 142,232 miles

both head lamp lenses clouded

small hole in o/s front inner wing, not structural

suspension coil springs slightly corroded

Fail 2 Jan 2025 142,228 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play and rough when rotated (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both head lamp lenses clouded

small hole in o/s front inner wing, not structural

suspension coil springs slightly corroded

Pass 2 Jan 2024 125,479 miles

small hole corroded in o/s front inner wing ,under bonnet. not structural

Fail 2 Jan 2024 125,479 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

small hole corroded in o/s front inner wing ,under bonnet. not structural

Pass 24 Jan 2023 110,288 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2023 110,288 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 99,124 miles

both headlamp lenses clouded

Fail 31 Jan 2022 99,124 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded inner wing (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded inner wing (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both headlamp lenses clouded

Pass 3 Feb 2021 87,453 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jan 2021 87,450 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 75,511 miles

both headlamp lenses clouded

Pass 2 Feb 2019 62,106 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 52,397 miles

headlights condition

Pass 11 Feb 2017 48,654 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 43,953 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 40,120 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 38,878 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre wearing slightly low on outer tread

Pass 29 Aug 2013 35,306 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Sep 2012 32,134 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 3 Oct 2011 30,117 miles

engine under tray fitted.

Fail 13 Sep 2010 26,700 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 26,700 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 23,575 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 19,804 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 16,047 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 12,902 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Landcruiser?

Based on 216,887 MOT tests across 15,949 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,572
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
15,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,381
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,988
fog lamp not working 3,832
Registration plate lamp not working 3,664
position lamp(s) not working 3,658
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DS53 SDO is a 2003 Toyota Landcruiser in Silver with a 3,955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Landcruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 115,451 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Landcruiser fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 5,381 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS53 SDO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Landcruiser typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this Toyota Landcruiser is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DS53 SDO registered?

DS53 SDO is a 2003 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 7 October 2003.

Is DS53 SDO safe to buy?

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