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Toyota Land Cruiser

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 4,164 cc

L55 TLSMOT history

L55 TLS is a silver diesel Toyota Land Cruiser first used on 24 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 163,609 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
163,609 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,757 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 TLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Land Cruiser
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
4,164 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
24 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 TLS was last recorded at 163,609 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 3,376 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,233 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,376 miles
Average per year
5,757 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,609 miles
  • 2025 – 160,233 miles
  • 2024 – 157,703 miles
  • 2023 – 156,422 miles
  • 2022 – 152,943 miles
  • 2021 – 149,713 miles
  • 2020 – 148,003 miles
  • 2019 – 143,131 miles
  • 2018 – 136,650 miles
  • 2017 – 128,145 miles
  • 2016 – 126,724 miles
  • 2015 – 121,468 miles
  • 2014 – 113,141 miles
  • 2013 – 104,935 miles
  • 2012 – 98,600 miles
  • 2010 – 85,138 miles
  • 2009 – 76,759 miles
  • 2008 – 67,167 miles
  • 2007 – 55,422 miles
  • 2006 – 47,198 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,609 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play slight lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive axle/differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake fluid reservoir cap missing

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Hazard warning switch inoperative

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lift

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 24 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,609 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    163,609 miles
    Test number
    319537390161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play slight lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive axle/differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid reservoir cap missing

  2. Fail163,607 miles (+3,374)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,607 miles
    Test number
    959328127420
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play slight lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive axle/differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid reservoir cap missing

  3. Pass160,233 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    160,233 miles
    Test number
    367575716025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail160,231 miles (+2,528)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,231 miles
    Test number
    339322280783
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass157,703 miles (+1,281)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    157,703 miles
    Test number
    506168192729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass156,422 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    156,422 miles
    Test number
    796437923426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail156,420 miles (+3,477)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,420 miles
    Test number
    824346044953
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass152,943 miles (+3,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    152,943 miles
    Test number
    520092115135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass149,713 miles (+1,710)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    149,713 miles
    Test number
    641455252040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass148,003 miles (+4,872)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    148,003 miles
    Test number
    359888818952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass143,131 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    143,131 miles
    Test number
    780332209154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail143,130 miles (+6,480)2 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,130 miles
    Test number
    643236486150
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working O/s/f side light not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass136,650 miles (+78)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    136,650 miles
    Test number
    421489528122
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2.8mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail136,572 miles (+8,427)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,572 miles
    Test number
    488280568537
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureSteering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2.8mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass128,145 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    128,145 miles
    Test number
    597769956074
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases body deteriorated (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both [n/s & o/s] (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail128,045 miles (+1,321)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,045 miles
    Test number
    706574089565
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20" bosch S/plus (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20" bosch S/plus (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases body deteriorated (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both [n/s & o/s] (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass126,724 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    126,724 miles
    Test number
    633175050006
    • AdvisoryO/s & N/s front tyres show abnormal tyre wear to inner tread shoulders

  18. Fail126,716 miles (+5,248)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,716 miles
    Test number
    399525600999
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/s & N/s front tyres show abnormal tyre wear to inner tread shoulders

  19. Pass121,468 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    121,468 miles
    Test number
    158596755078
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail121,468 miles (+8,327)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,468 miles
    Test number
    125815355016
    • FailureFront Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass113,141 miles (+8,206)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    113,141 miles
    Test number
    897770334062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades splitting

  22. Pass104,935 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    104,935 miles
    Test number
    248573203013
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Fail104,935 miles (+6,335)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,935 miles
    Test number
    956763603041
    • Repaired at testHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass98,600 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    98,600 miles
    Test number
    837454602045
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  25. Fail98,600 miles (+13,462)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,600 miles
    Test number
    837574602051
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  26. Pass85,138 miles (+8,379)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    85,138 miles
    Test number
    553879210187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  27. Pass76,759 miles (+9,592)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    76,759 miles
    Test number
    793750529171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass67,167 miles (+11,745)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    67,167 miles
    Test number
    771634628099
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/r anti roll bar link rod

  29. Pass55,422 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    55,422 miles
    Test number
    112832937448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail55,383 miles (+8,185)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,383 miles
    Test number
    340586027027
    • FailureOffside Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

  31. Pass47,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    47,198 miles
    Test number
    133464426012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 TLS

Does L55 TLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 TLS is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 TLS?
The MOT on L55 TLS is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 TLS done?
L55 TLS was recorded at 163,609 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 5,757 miles a year.
Has L55 TLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 TLS has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L55 TLS 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 L55 TLS find?
L55 TLS passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play slight lift; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 5 more.

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