CarVerify

Free Car Check

GY05 KCU

2005 Toyota Landcruiser

Black Diesel 2982cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

191,743 mi
Last recorded191,743 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Toyota Landcruiser101,945 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Toyota
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 KCU
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 191,743 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s & o/s front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play n/s & o/s rear joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened rear roll bar welded (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (front to rear) brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front head lamps dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis where repaired n/s & o/s (6.1.1 (a) (i))

o/s side step removed

o/s wiper jamming on bonnet

rear fuel tank strap broken & corroded

rear heat shield loose

Fail 2 Jul 2024 191,464 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength top shock mount & chassis corroded/holded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension levelling valve damaged or deteriorated and function affected levelling device not attatched (bracket broken) (5.3.5 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength top shock mount & chassis corroded /holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar has an unsafe modification roll bar broken & a jubilee clip used to stop movement (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Anti-roll bar likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play n/s & o/s rear joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes corroded at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front lamps dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing o/s rear shock heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))

o/s side step corroded & fixed with cable tie

o/s wiper arm worn also makes shutting bonnet awkward

rear exhaust heat shield loose

rear fuel tank strap corroded and broken

Pass 30 Jun 2023 184,206 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 9 May 2022 174,837 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 4 May 2021 166,024 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 May 2020 160,833 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front too rear at join (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both headlights slightly cloudy

under tray fitted obscuring view

Pass 2 May 2019 150,841 miles

Both head lamp lens going cloudy.

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes, at rear joint. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides. (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 May 2018 139,118 miles

Front Light units cloudy.

Pass 30 May 2017 129,985 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 129,985 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2016 120,731 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 120,731 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 5 May 2015 112,012 miles

Minor stone chips in swept area of front windscreen.

N/S R ( Rear) seat not fitted at time of test.

N/S/F Wheel bearing slightly noisy.

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 8 May 2014 104,819 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 97,719 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 91,613 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 81,657 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 72,391 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 58,557 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Apr 2009 58,514 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 38,875 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
Full Toyota Landcruiser reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GY05 KCU is a 2005 Toyota Landcruiser in Black with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 GY05 KCU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GY05 KCU?

You can check the full history of GY05 KCU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GY05 KCU registered?

GY05 KCU is a 2005 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 5 April 2005.

Is GY05 KCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY05 KCU shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GY05 KCU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GY05 KCU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.