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Toyota Land Cruiser

Black and Silver · Diesel · 1997 · 2,982 cc

L15 TDSMOT history

L15 TDS is a black and silver diesel Toyota Land Cruiser first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 8 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 157,995 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

L15 TDS black Toyota Land Cruiser – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Toyota Land Cruiser, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Aug 2027
Mileage
157,995 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 TDS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Land Cruiser
Colour
Black and Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,982 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 TDS was last recorded at 157,995 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 2,250 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,745 miles · 1 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,250 miles
Average per year
4,754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,995 miles
  • 2025 – 155,745 miles
  • 2024 – 152,062 miles
  • 2023 – 147,583 miles
  • 2022 – 143,484 miles
  • 2021 – 138,638 miles
  • 2020 – 134,085 miles
  • 2019 – 131,084 miles
  • 2018 – 127,303 miles
  • 2017 – 124,641 miles
  • 2016 – 119,871 miles
  • 2015 – 117,039 miles
  • 2014 – 110,801 miles
  • 2013 – 104,987 miles
  • 2012 – 99,570 miles
  • 2011 – 93,020 miles
  • 2010 – 84,520 miles
  • 2009 – 79,773 miles
  • 2008 – 74,052 miles
  • 2007 – 68,552 miles
  • 2006 – 62,974 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,995 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Coil spring corroded All

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • General under vehicle corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,995 miles (+2,250)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    157,995 miles
    Test number
    279385652463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass155,745 miles (+3,683)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    155,745 miles
    Test number
    856095054950
    • AdvisoryLight rust through vehicle

  3. Pass152,062 miles (+4,479)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    152,062 miles
    Test number
    577262704761
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight binding nearside front brake (found on front wheel inspection)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass147,583 miles (+4,099)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    147,583 miles
    Test number
    753772413269
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass143,484 miles (+4,846)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    143,484 miles
    Test number
    988428082560
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Pass138,638 miles (+10)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    138,638 miles
    Test number
    624125739111
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral under vehicle corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail138,628 miles (+4,543)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,628 miles
    Test number
    106984089700
    • MajorNearside Power steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering ram insecure (2.1.5 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral under vehicle corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass134,085 miles (+3,001)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    134,085 miles
    Test number
    630062831331
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass131,084 miles (+3,781)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    131,084 miles
    Test number
    882550131430
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension coil springs corroded.

  10. Pass127,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    127,303 miles
    Test number
    135693346608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail127,302 miles (+2,661)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,302 miles
    Test number
    872872456632
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAdvise front brake pad inspection.

  12. Pass124,641 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    124,641 miles
    Test number
    845231407653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail124,641 miles (+4,770)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,641 miles
    Test number
    973076235307
    • FailureOffside Rear Axle beam cracked (2.5.A.5a)

  14. Pass119,871 miles (+2,832)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    119,871 miles
    Test number
    533878291448
    • AdvisoryRear childs seat fitted
    • AdvisoryRear diff housing corroded around 2 speed axle

  15. Pass117,039 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    117,039 miles
    Test number
    155421495138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteDiff lock housing corroded

  16. Fail117,039 miles (+6,238)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,039 miles
    Test number
    425251195121
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteDiff lock housing corroded

  17. Fail110,801 miles1 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,801 miles
    Test number
    229692994130
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteOffside rear handbrake sticking slightly
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack bushes

  18. Pass110,801 miles (+5,814)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    110,801 miles
    Test number
    778522394100
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteOffside rear handbrake sticking slightly
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack bushes

  19. Pass104,987 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    104,987 miles
    Test number
    357738893102
    • NoteRear shockers damp
    • NoteTyres cracking
    • NoteVarious pipes coroded
    • NoteVarious suspention bushes worn and perished
    • NoteVarious susspention componants coroding

  20. Fail104,987 miles (+5,417)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,987 miles
    Test number
    518003393149
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear shockers damp
    • NoteTyres cracking
    • NoteVarious pipes coroded
    • NoteVarious suspention bushes worn and perished
    • NoteVarious susspention componants coroding

  21. Pass99,570 miles (+6,550)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    99,570 miles
    Test number
    795088082164
    • NoteBrake pipes at rear showing corrosion in places
    • NoteMovement at steering rack bushes

  22. Pass93,020 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    93,020 miles
    Test number
    439112791186
    • NoteChild seats fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belts
    • NoteMovement in steering rack bushes

  23. Fail93,020 miles (+8,500)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,020 miles
    Test number
    936119681114
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seats fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belts
    • NoteFront brake discs showing wear
    • NoteFront flexible brake hoses showing cracking
    • NoteMovement in steering rack bushes

  24. Fail84,520 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,520 miles
    Test number
    322505790131
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in power steering bushes
    • NoteSlight play in o/s rack

  25. Pass84,520 miles (+4,747)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    84,520 miles
    Test number
    683325490129
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in power steering bushes
    • NoteSlight play in o/s rack

  26. Pass79,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    79,773 miles
    Test number
    642258099106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail79,773 miles (+5,721)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,773 miles
    Test number
    711238099152
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass74,052 miles (+5,500)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    74,052 miles
    Test number
    294697298411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass68,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    68,552 miles
    Test number
    852296287157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail68,551 miles (+5,577)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,551 miles
    Test number
    970756887108
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  31. Pass62,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    62,974 miles
    Test number
    264159396124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L15 TDS

Does L15 TDS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L15 TDS is valid until 8 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L15 TDS?
The MOT on L15 TDS is valid until 8 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L15 TDS done?
L15 TDS was recorded at 157,995 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 4,754 miles a year.
Has L15 TDS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 TDS has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on L15 TDS ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L15 TDS find?
L15 TDS passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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