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LY53 TVW

2003 Toyota Landcruiser

Silver Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

117,303 mi
Last recorded117,303 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Landcruiser115,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY53 TVW
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 117,303 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2025 115,184 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 112,608 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 110,918 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 109,172 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2021 107,466 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 105,836 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 103,198 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2019 103,198 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 100,875 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2017 97,623 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 93,088 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 88,223 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 83,804 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 78,907 miles

advise front and rear pads slightly worn

Pass 16 Aug 2012 72,577 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 68,040 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 64,356 miles

N/S/F wiper blade torn

Pass 7 Jul 2009 60,112 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 54,275 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 49,715 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 40,347 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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LY53 TVW is a 2003 Toyota Landcruiser in Silver with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 LY53 TVW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY53 TVW registered?

LY53 TVW is a 2003 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is LY53 TVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY53 TVW shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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