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GU05 XEP

2005 Toyota Landcruiser

Silver Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

155,121 mi
Last recorded155,121 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Toyota Landcruiser101,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 XEP
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 155,121 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated x2 (5.3.4 (b) (i))

General age related surface rust

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both shocks (5.3.2 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Various areas under the car (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 147,229 miles

Excessive corrosion on front undertray

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Uneven wear on outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

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

Surface corrosion underneath vehicle

Pass 19 May 2023 143,232 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Uneven wear on outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2022 137,627 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 131,064 miles

Bonnet gas struts poor

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shocker top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Air conditioning pipe has fluid leaking from a connection

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

Pass 20 Apr 2020 127,015 miles

Bonnet gas struts poor

Pass 8 Apr 2019 120,362 miles

Bonnet struts weak

Pass 16 Apr 2018 115,179 miles

all tyres cracked and perished on shoulders.

bonnet stay poor.

Fail 6 Apr 2018 115,064 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all tyres cracked and perished on shoulders.

bonnet stay poor.

Pass 12 Apr 2017 107,377 miles

Bonnet stays weak

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 98,651 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 91,405 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 80,373 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 72,170 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

too much oil in engine

bonnet struts weak

Fail 16 Apr 2013 72,165 miles

Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

too much oil in engine

bonnet struts weak

Pass 16 Apr 2012 63,164 miles

ns position lamp not working on trailer socket

Fail 16 Apr 2012 63,164 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

ns position lamp not working on trailer socket

Pass 7 Apr 2011 55,630 miles

all four tyres wearing low in tread edges

Pass 7 Apr 2010 45,009 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 35,985 miles

rear belts visual inspection only due to rear seats not fitted rear buckles cannot be inspected

Pass 8 Apr 2008 29,792 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear seat belts visual inspection only ,due to rear seats not fitted,buckles cannot be inspected.

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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GU05 XEP is a 2005 Toyota Landcruiser in Silver with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Toyota Landcruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 101,945 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 GU05 XEP, 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 21 years old, this Toyota Landcruiser is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GU05 XEP registered?

GU05 XEP is a 2005 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 6 April 2005.

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