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VU53 LAE

2003 Toyota Landcruiser

Black Diesel 4164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,363 mi
Last recorded30,363 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 Toyota Landcruiser115,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU53 LAE
MakeToyota
ModelLandcruiser
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,164cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2013 30,363 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 92,126 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 92,126 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 89,172 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 89,172 miles

Offside Rear Brake relay lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake operation is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.3a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

corrosion to-underbody/floor/chassis,brake pipes,exhaust

n/s/r rollbar link bush worn/play

o/s/f inner c/v gaiter splitting/leaking

side facing rear seats/belts not assessed

Pass 18 Jul 2011 79,565 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 79,562 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Brake relay lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 68,197 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 53,344 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

off side rear seat belt cut but seat and locking mechanism has been removed

Pass 12 Sep 2008 46,112 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 37,839 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2006 28,332 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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VU53 LAE is a 2003 Toyota Landcruiser in Black with a 4,164cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VU53 LAE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU53 LAE registered?

VU53 LAE is a 2003 Toyota Landcruiser, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is VU53 LAE safe to buy?

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