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Toyota Land Cruiser

Green · Diesel · 1993 · 4,164 cc

L49 BPLMOT history

L49 BPL is a green diesel Toyota Land Cruiser first used on 21 Sept 1993. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 182,745 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
182,745 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,496 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L49 BPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Land Cruiser
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
4,164 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
21 Sept 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L49 BPL was last recorded at 182,745 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 3,720 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,025 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,720 miles
Average per year
3,496 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 182,745 miles
  • 2025 – 179,025 miles
  • 2024 – 175,218 miles
  • 2022 – 171,879 miles
  • 2021 – 167,560 miles
  • 2020 – 165,325 miles
  • 2018 – 158,227 miles
  • 2017 – 151,537 miles
  • 2016 – 144,752 miles
  • 2014 – 143,550 miles
  • 2013 – 142,296 miles
  • 2012 – 140,739 miles
  • 2011 – 137,294 miles
  • 2010 – 131,002 miles
  • 2009 – 125,190 miles
  • 2007 – 118,552 miles
  • 2006 – 115,611 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,745 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear brake discs corroded both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,745 miles (+3,720)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    182,745 miles
    Test number
    410646578737
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass179,025 miles (+3,807)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    179,025 miles
    Test number
    645861236683
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass175,218 miles (+3,339)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    175,218 miles
    Test number
    787739102466
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass171,879 miles (+4,319)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    171,879 miles
    Test number
    113533498366
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Pass167,560 miles (+2,235)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    167,560 miles
    Test number
    578356987282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass165,325 miles (+7,098)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    165,325 miles
    Test number
    537644229316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass158,227 miles (+6,690)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    158,227 miles
    Test number
    603968417763
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hub seal leaking slightly.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering damper leaking slightly

  8. Pass151,537 miles (+6,785)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    151,537 miles
    Test number
    734484606945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass144,752 miles (+28)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    144,752 miles
    Test number
    128236786744
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded both sides

  10. Fail144,724 miles (+1,174)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,724 miles
    Test number
    747097354585
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Emissions NOT Tested (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded upper and lower (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded both sides

  11. Pass143,550 miles (+1,254)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    143,550 miles
    Test number
    796802314325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass142,296 miles (+1,557)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    142,296 miles
    Test number
    869572213328
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  13. Fail140,739 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,739 miles
    Test number
    337776382453
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass140,739 miles (+3,445)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    140,739 miles
    Test number
    358646482448
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass137,294 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    137,294 miles
    Test number
    236082391457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail137,289 miles (+6,287)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,289 miles
    Test number
    858509481129
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass131,002 miles9 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    131,002 miles
    Test number
    541794960054
    • NoteBrake pedal slightly spongey
    • NoteNearside front wheel bearing has slight play
    • NoteNearside rear brake pipes corroded
    • NoteOffside sun visor loose
    • NotePetrol flap hard to open
    • NoteRear pads low
    • NoteRear shock absorber covers corroded
    • NoteSpare tyre flat
    • NoteWipers poor

  18. Fail131,002 miles (+5,812)2 failures9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,002 miles
    Test number
    274884460012
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteBrake pedal slightly spongey
    • NoteNearside front wheel bearing has slight play
    • NoteNearside rear brake pipes corroded
    • NoteOffside sun visor loose
    • NotePetrol flap hard to open
    • NoteRear pads low
    • NoteRear shock absorber covers corroded
    • NoteSpare tyre flat
    • NoteWipers poor

  19. Pass125,190 miles (+6,638)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    125,190 miles
    Test number
    684006919001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  20. Pass118,552 miles (+2,941)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    118,552 miles
    Test number
    114899907307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass115,611 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    115,611 miles
    Test number
    724123506307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L49 BPL

Does L49 BPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L49 BPL is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L49 BPL?
The MOT on L49 BPL is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L49 BPL done?
L49 BPL was recorded at 182,745 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 3,496 miles a year.
Has L49 BPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L49 BPL has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2016.
Has the mileage on L49 BPL 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 L49 BPL find?
L49 BPL passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel.

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