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GK53 VAJ

2003 Toyota Landcruiser

Blue Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

185,890 mi
Last recorded185,890 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Landcruiser115,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK53 VAJ
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 185,890 miles

Offside Rear suspension bump stop missing

Fail 6 Oct 2025 185,886 miles

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))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 183,938 miles

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.

Fail 15 Oct 2024 183,934 miles

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.

Pass 17 Oct 2023 177,384 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 170,979 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 164,372 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 157,976 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 151,668 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 144,059 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 135,442 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 128,075 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2016 127,979 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2015 120,402 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 113,525 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 113,525 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 104,634 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 104,634 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 95,538 miles

air bag warning lamp illuminated

Pass 23 Sep 2011 86,114 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 30 Sep 2010 77,577 miles

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)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 77,577 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 69,979 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 60,667 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 49,652 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 36,640 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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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.

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