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VU55 LWG

2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

Red Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2022
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

163,581 mi
Last recorded163,581 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser97,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU55 LWG
MakeToyota
ModelLand Cruiser
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2021 163,581 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2021 163,581 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 160,984 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 159,376 miles

Both headlamp lenses in poor condition

Front brake pads worn

Offside rear light lens damaged

Offside steering rack gaiter damp

Fail 9 Jul 2019 159,375 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Both headlamp lenses in poor condition

Front brake pads worn

Offside rear light lens damaged

Offside steering rack gaiter damp

Pass 18 Jul 2018 157,014 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 155,746 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 155,439 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 155,439 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 14 May 2015 145,276 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2015 145,276 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 May 2014 132,956 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 May 2014 132,954 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 112,575 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 14 May 2012 97,623 miles

air bag lights on

Fail 1 May 2012 96,903 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

air bag lights on

Pass 12 May 2011 80,737 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 66,611 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 51,303 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 35,793 miles

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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VU55 LWG is a 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser in Red with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 VU55 LWG, 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 VU55 LWG registered?

VU55 LWG is a 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser, first registered on 6 September 2005.

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