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FIG 8201

2003 Toyota Landcruiser

Red Diesel 2980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

234,040 mi
Last recorded234,040 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Landcruiser115,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIG 8201
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 234,040 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive hubs n/s and o/s (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

underseal evident underside

Pass 6 Dec 2023 232,902 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear poss brake lamp not working

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive hubs (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

all 4 tyres slight cracking

steering operation rough [ notchy]

Fail 6 Dec 2023 232,902 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear poss brake lamp not working

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive hubs (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

all 4 tyres slight cracking

steering operation rough [ notchy]

Fail 1 Nov 2023 232,865 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All covered in thick black product from rear axle forward (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

High level brake light in op

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 224,593 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 223,629 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jun 2021 223,609 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements AIR HORN (7.7 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID / LED (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILL AS MARKED (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID/ LED (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired HOLED (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 221,153 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 219,297 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 217,735 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 215,857 miles

Oil leak ()

swivel housings at front hubs slight leakage

Fail 4 Jul 2017 215,854 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sills (6.1.B.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Oil leak ()

swivel housings at front hubs slight leakage

Pass 19 Feb 2015 215,456 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 215,456 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 215,129 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 212,664 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 11 Feb 2014 212,664 miles

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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FIG 8201 is a 2003 Toyota Landcruiser in Red with a 2,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FIG 8201, 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 FIG 8201 registered?

FIG 8201 is a 2003 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 13 January 2003.

Is FIG 8201 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIG 8201 shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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