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SJ03 SKF

2003 Toyota Landcruiser Estate

Blue Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2017
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

161,321 mi
Last recorded161,321 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Toyota Landcruiser Estate105,049 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ03 SKF
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser Estate
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Fail 13 Feb 2017 161,321 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded trailing arm mounting (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired trailing arm mounting (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired panhard rod mounting on rear axle (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Rear floor corroded

advise vehicle dangerous to drive

Pass 16 Feb 2016 152,835 miles

excessive oil leak

Fail 9 Feb 2016 152,835 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brake pipe excessively corroded main pipe leading to rear brake hose (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced mounting on rear axle (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded inner pipe (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm exposing cords (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

excessive oil leak

Fail 14 Sep 2015 152,826 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded inner front pipe (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced rear stabiliser bar at mounting on to rear axle (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

excessive oil leak

Pass 4 Sep 2014 143,266 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 143,266 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

corrosion of rear diff casing

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

Oil leak

Pass 3 Sep 2013 136,095 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 21 Aug 2013 136,095 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 5 Sep 2012 127,990 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 127,990 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Oil leak

both front tyres worn on outer and inner walls

Pass 3 Aug 2011 117,154 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 117,154 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 107,303 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 107,303 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside rear tyre soft /nearside rear disc scored

Pass 31 Jul 2009 96,067 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 76,427 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 64,534 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 55,095 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Landcruiser Estate?

Based on 33,877 MOT tests across 2,144 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
6,771
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
2,144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 655
position lamp(s) not working 475
Registration plate lamp not working 474
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 471
Stop lamp not working 440
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SJ03 SKF is a 2003 Toyota Landcruiser Estate in Blue with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Landcruiser Estate models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 105,049 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 Estate fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 655 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SJ03 SKF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Landcruiser Estate typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Toyota Landcruiser Estate is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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SJ03 SKF is a 2003 Toyota Landcruiser Estate, first registered on 8 March 2003.

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