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Offside Rear suspension bump stop missing
Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber mount(chassis) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting under sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber mount (chassis) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting under sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Anti-roll bar fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear suspension bump stop missing
Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
Fuel filler pipes corroded
Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test both seats in boot ()
Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
Suspension components corroded. Rear axle corroded on spring cups and suspension fixings. Vehicle corroded within prescribed areas.
Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Offside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure fixing on o/s rear inner sill excessive corrosion (6.2.2 (c) (i))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Fuel filler pipes corroded
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test both seats in boot ()
Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
Suspension components corroded. Rear axle corroded on spring cups and suspension fixings. Vehicle corroded within prescribed areas.
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Coolant leak
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt lower arm (2.4.G.2)
Oil leaks
Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc inner cv gaiter (2.5.C.1a)
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both front drop links (2.4.G.2)
Coolant leak
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt lower arm (2.4.G.2)
Oil leaks
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
air bag warning lamp illuminated
Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
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GK53 VAJ is a 2003 Toyota Landcruiser in Blue 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 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 GK53 VAJ, 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 GK53 VAJ registered?
GK53 VAJ is a 2003 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 11 September 2003.
Is GK53 VAJ safe to buy?
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