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FY53 GVO

2003 Toyota Landcruiser Estate

Silver Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

138,984 mi
Last recorded138,984 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Landcruiser Estate105,049 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 GVO
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser Estate
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 138,984 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 136,285 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2024 136,275 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 134,026 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 131,425 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 127,101 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 124,179 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 121,884 miles

Exhaust rear silencer corroded

Front bumper holed and corroded

registration plate light dim

spare wheel slightly obscuring additional stop lamp

Fail 12 Aug 2019 121,884 miles

Exhaust rear silencer corroded

Front bumper holed and corroded

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

registration plate light dim

spare wheel slightly obscuring additional stop lamp

Pass 17 Aug 2018 119,209 miles

Front corrosion holes in the bumper/bull bar.

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

Nearside Front door plastic clips are sharp.

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

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

Offside Front wiper blade secured by cable tie but secure

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

Rear hand/parking brake high, but functions and works

Rear n/side and o/side top bushes perishing

Rear number plate lamp dim

Fail 17 Aug 2018 119,209 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working in bumper (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front corrosion holes in the bumper/bull bar.

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

Nearside Front door plastic clips are sharp.

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

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

Offside Front wiper blade secured by cable tie but secure

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

Rear hand/parking brake high, but functions and works

Rear n/side and o/side top bushes perishing

Rear number plate lamp dim

Pass 5 Sep 2017 114,398 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 114,354 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside HAS A MISTING OF FULE

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 108,887 miles

Rear seats missing, unable to perform full belt check.

Pass 3 Aug 2015 106,282 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 104,247 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2014 104,247 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 100,393 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 95,872 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 91,542 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 91,542 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 83,440 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 70,720 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 68,007 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 57,930 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 45,609 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Landcruiser Estate?

Based on 33,877 MOT tests across 2,144 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
6,771
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
2,144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 655
position lamp(s) not working 475
Registration plate lamp not working 474
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 471
Stop lamp not working 440
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FY53 GVO is a 2003 Toyota Landcruiser Estate in Silver with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Landcruiser Estate models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 105,049 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Landcruiser Estate fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 655 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY53 GVO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Landcruiser Estate typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Toyota Landcruiser Estate is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FY53 GVO?

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What year was FY53 GVO registered?

FY53 GVO is a 2003 Toyota Landcruiser Estate, first registered on 2 September 2003.

Is FY53 GVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY53 GVO shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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