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SCJ 256

1999 Toyota Land Cruiser

Green Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

207,509 mi
Last recorded207,509 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser130,502 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCJ 256
MakeToyota
ModelLand Cruiser
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 207,509 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2025 108,522 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235 55 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 206,499 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 103,356 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 204,824 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2023 96,358 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2023 203,832 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 83,324 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 202,360 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2022 202,360 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 67,498 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2021 67,498 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2021 201,075 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2021 201,075 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 54,836 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 27,200 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 19,127 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 201,063 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 201,063 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 187,173 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 184,890 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Fail 18 Sep 2014 184,871 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 31 Oct 2005 93,714 miles

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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SCJ 256 is a 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser in Green with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 130,502 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 SCJ 256, 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 27 years old, this Toyota Land Cruiser is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SCJ 256 registered?

SCJ 256 is a 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is SCJ 256 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCJ 256 shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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