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RJ53 BZC

2003 Toyota Landcruiser

Blue Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2024
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

196,426 mi
Last recorded196,426 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Toyota Landcruiser115,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ53 BZC
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2023 196,426 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2022 185,385 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 170,804 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 167,571 miles

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

engine cover fitted

Fail 23 Jul 2020 167,563 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

engine cover fitted

Pass 24 Jul 2019 162,737 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 20 Jul 2018 155,182 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 155,145 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 149,018 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

centre to rear exhaust joint corroded

Fail 21 Jul 2017 149,018 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

centre to rear exhaust joint corroded

Pass 11 Jul 2016 139,753 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Upper Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

exhaust system corroded

Fail 11 Jul 2016 139,753 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Track rod end loose locking nut (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Upper Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

exhaust system corroded

Pass 30 Jul 2015 133,725 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 133,725 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2014 127,244 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

wiper blades deteriorating

Pass 11 Nov 2014 127,244 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

wiper blades deteriorating

Pass 15 Nov 2013 114,981 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front anti-roll bar saddle bushes worn

Fail 15 Nov 2012 103,988 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2012 103,988 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 93,975 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Fail 17 Nov 2011 93,975 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2010 81,921 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 66,339 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 55,987 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 46,507 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 46,063 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2006 34,452 miles

rear seats removed at time of test

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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RJ53 BZC is a 2003 Toyota Landcruiser in Blue with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 RJ53 BZC, 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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RJ53 BZC is a 2003 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 19 December 2003.

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