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LR53 VPZ

2003 Toyota Land Cruiser

Black Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

141,080 mi
Last recorded141,080 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser101,881 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 VPZ
MakeToyota
ModelLand Cruiser
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 141,080 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2026 141,074 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Steering rack insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2025 136,118 miles

Front both lower ball joint boots have a covering of grease but no visible holes

Oil leak, but not excessive front of engine possibly crankshaft area and also on sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak around gearbox sump and bell housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2025 136,108 miles

Front Steering rack insecure both steering rack bushes have excessive play both when wheel is shook off the ground and with shaker plates (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Front both lower ball joint boots have a covering of grease but no visible holes

Oil leak, but not excessive front of engine possibly crankshaft area and also on sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak around gearbox sump and bell housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 130,485 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight movement in steering rack fixings (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 127,073 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))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering rack bushes (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 124,046 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2022 124,044 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Dec 2021 119,976 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 115,867 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 112,042 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 106,351 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Dec 2017 99,233 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 93,702 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 87,855 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 80,011 miles

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

Fail 20 Dec 2014 80,010 miles

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear 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 13 Dec 2013 68,853 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 26 Nov 2012 63,190 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 95,375 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 95,375 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2010 85,806 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 74,282 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2008 60,736 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 46,699 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 34,246 miles

front and rear tyres wearing slightly on inner and outer edges

How Reliable is the Toyota Land Cruiser?

Based on 446,391 MOT tests across 36,084 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
6,776
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
36,084
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,265
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,714
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6,304
Registration plate lamp not working 6,249
position lamp(s) not working 5,976
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LR53 VPZ is a 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser in Black with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 101,881 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Land Cruiser fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 10,265 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LR53 VPZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Land Cruiser typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 23 years old, this Toyota Land Cruiser is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LR53 VPZ registered?

LR53 VPZ is a 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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