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SM53 VPV

2003 Toyota Landcruiser

Black Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

66,622 mi
Last recorded66,622 miles
Recorded on2 May 2012
Typical for 2003 Toyota Landcruiser115,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM53 VPV
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2012 66,622 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 66,622 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

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

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front brake discs excessive corrosion

trailer fog lamp inop

Pass 26 May 2011 60,683 miles

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

all 4 tyres wearing slightly on edges

slight corrosion fuel filler pipes

Pass 3 Jun 2010 54,427 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 May 2009 46,348 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 33,879 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 30,631 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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SM53 VPV is a 2003 Toyota Landcruiser in Black with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 SM53 VPV, 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 SM53 VPV registered?

SM53 VPV is a 2003 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is SM53 VPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM53 VPV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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