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SJ08 GGE

2008 Toyota Land Cruiser

Silver Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

162,780 mi
Last recorded162,780 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser91,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 GGE
MakeToyota
ModelLand Cruiser
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 162,780 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Jul 2026 162,762 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2025 157,021 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 149,681 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 134,098 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2023 134,094 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 117,285 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 101,636 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 86,922 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 71,307 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 57,219 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 39,340 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 23,610 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 23,610 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2015 21,600 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 19,664 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2013 16,858 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 14,301 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 11,246 miles

advise park brake travel max alowance needs adjusted

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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SJ08 GGE is a 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser in Silver with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 91,682 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 SJ08 GGE, 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 18 years old, this Toyota Land Cruiser is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SJ08 GGE registered?

SJ08 GGE is a 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser, first registered on 3 March 2008.

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