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Toyota Landcruiser

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 4,477 cc

L273 XLOMOT history

L273 XLO is a red petrol Toyota Landcruiser first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 147,410 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
147,410 km
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,993 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L273 XLO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Landcruiser
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,477 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L273 XLO was last recorded at 147,410 km on 3 Jul 2026, 38,022 km more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2012.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
109,388 km · 24 Feb 2012
Between the last two tests
38,022 km
Average per year
2,993 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,410 km
  • 2012 – 109,388 km
  • 2006 – 86,531 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,410 km
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear suspension corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,410 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    147,410 km
    Test number
    457079350796
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass146,313 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    146,313 miles
    Test number
    241568575511
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all around (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail146,313 miles (+2,505)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,313 miles
    Test number
    920080175301
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all around (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass143,808 miles (+2,275)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    143,808 miles
    Test number
    707189881179
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass141,533 miles (+2,168)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    141,533 miles
    Test number
    162815807684
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded

  6. Pass139,365 miles (+3,505)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    139,365 miles
    Test number
    156849829013
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  7. Pass135,860 miles (+2,835)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    135,860 miles
    Test number
    512766590229
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension corroded

  8. Pass133,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    133,025 miles
    Test number
    721299253662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail133,021 miles (+4,690)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,021 miles
    Test number
    734447559390
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass128,331 miles (+5,943)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    128,331 miles
    Test number
    340245045076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass122,388 miles (+7,644)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    122,388 miles
    Test number
    442666872085
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryMovement in Nearside front hub area
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake has slight travel
    • AdvisorySerface corrosion on suspension components

  12. Pass114,744 miles (+2,024)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    114,744 miles
    Test number
    236963665040
    • NoteParking brake has slight travel
    • NoteSlight movement in nearside front hub area

  13. Pass112,720 miles (+1,336)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    112,720 miles
    Test number
    845021054041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded.

  14. Pass111,384 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    111,384 miles
    Test number
    528090963097
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  15. Fail111,384 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,384 miles
    Test number
    895160663022
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass109,388 km8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    109,388 km
    Test number
    206245552016
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteCorrosion forming on exhaust system . Connection joints are all starting to deteriorate
    • NoteGrease seaping from nearside and offside front suspension swivel hub seals.
    • NoteVarious oil leaks

  17. Pass108,792 miles (+3,818)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    108,792 miles
    Test number
    145830561485
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteVarious oil seeps

  18. Pass104,974 miles (+3,458)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    104,974 miles
    Test number
    280725150013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside and offside front swivel hub seals seeping grease

  19. Pass101,516 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    101,516 miles
    Test number
    130228459051
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteVarious engine oil seeps
    • NoteVarious transmission oil seeps

  20. Fail101,516 miles (+3,917)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,516 miles
    Test number
    450026559017
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVarious engine oil seeps
    • NoteVarious transmission oil seeps

  21. Pass97,599 miles (+4,348)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    97,599 miles
    Test number
    924122958059
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass93,251 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    93,251 miles
    Test number
    514456347030
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front swivell hub is seeping oil
    • NoteOffside front swivell hub is seeping oil

  23. Pass86,531 km
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    86,531 km
    Test number
    823379456018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L273 XLO

Does L273 XLO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L273 XLO is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L273 XLO?
The MOT on L273 XLO is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L273 XLO done?
L273 XLO was recorded at 147,410 km at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 2,993 km a year.
Has L273 XLO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L273 XLO has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on L273 XLO 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 L273 XLO find?
L273 XLO passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive gearbox.

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