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GV55 LWS

2005 Toyota Landcruiser

Green Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

201,585 mi
Last recorded201,585 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Toyota Landcruiser101,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 LWS
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 12 Dec 2023 201,585 miles

Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure Both sides front at D clamp mounts. (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Emissions unable to be completed Due to poor condition of exhaust system. (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Adjacent to ARB D clamp mount and body mount. Perforation is also evident behind undertray. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lining(s) incorrectly mounted Parking brake shoes insecurely mounted inside drum. Nearside pin fixing missing, offside pin fixing present but not fitted to shoe. (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached Chassis rear crossmember above drawbar mount. (6.1.6 (i) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play Uplift noted. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All body mount outriggers and crossmembers have flaking corrosion evident, under flaking paint. Some delamination of metal also evident in these areas, but no perforation noted. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides rear Bump stop mounts: Nearside delaminating, offside breaking apart. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 195,560 miles

vehicle underside corrosion to various areas

Pass 26 Nov 2021 183,323 miles

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

vehicle underside corrosion to various areas

Pass 19 Nov 2020 170,757 miles

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

vehicle underside corrosion to various areas

Pass 2 Dec 2019 159,278 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 29 Nov 2019 159,277 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box has hole (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2018 138,693 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Oct 2017 118,437 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear upper cross member slightly corroded

Fail 16 Oct 2017 118,437 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear upper cross member slightly corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2016 106,126 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 106,126 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2015 95,251 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 95,251 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 87,092 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 74,952 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 74,952 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 64,665 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 55,970 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 42,335 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 29,827 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 21,903 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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GV55 LWS is a 2005 Toyota Landcruiser in Green with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 GV55 LWS, 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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GV55 LWS is a 2005 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 27 September 2005.

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