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MW53 DBZ

2003 Toyota Landcruiser

Green Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

143,500 mi
Last recorded143,500 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Landcruiser115,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW53 DBZ
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 143,500 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

genral underbody corrosion

Pass 19 Feb 2025 139,128 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system corroded

General underbody corrosion

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2024 132,309 miles

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

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))

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

Pass 26 Jan 2023 119,366 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 115,846 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 114,283 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2020 114,282 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both drop link ball joint dust cover split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Tyre ()

Pass 29 Nov 2019 112,217 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 108,822 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower swivel joint slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower swivel has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 104,244 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 104,243 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing Bolt (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 98,613 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 90,261 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 83,317 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 77,128 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 70,729 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 62,989 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 54,131 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 47,066 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 40,704 miles

Unable to inspect rear ( Boot area ) seat belts. Seats not installed.

Pass 6 Dec 2007 34,364 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 25,940 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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MW53 DBZ is a 2003 Toyota Landcruiser in Green with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MW53 DBZ, 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.

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What year was MW53 DBZ registered?

MW53 DBZ is a 2003 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 23 December 2003.

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