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SM55 LFX

2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

Black Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,302 mi
Last recorded138,302 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser97,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 LFX
MakeToyota
ModelLand Cruiser
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2020 138,302 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 135,020 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 134,953 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 126,925 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 126,290 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 118,662 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 108,788 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 101,715 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 92,901 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 92,901 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 84,444 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 69,052 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 58,108 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 46,685 miles

unable to check 3rd row seatbelts as seats folded up

Pass 26 Sep 2008 35,846 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 35,846 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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SM55 LFX is a 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser in Black with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 97,408 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 Land Cruiser fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 10,265 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM55 LFX, 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 21 years old, this Toyota Land Cruiser is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SM55 LFX registered?

SM55 LFX is a 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser, first registered on 6 October 2005.

Is SM55 LFX safe to buy?

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