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Toyota Landcruiser

White · Diesel · 1994 · 4,164 cc

L78 UKFMOT history

L78 UKF is a white diesel Toyota Landcruiser first used on 26 May 1994. Its MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 235,390 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Oct 2026
Mileage
235,390 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,312 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L78 UKF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Landcruiser
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
4,164 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
26 May 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L78 UKF was last recorded at 235,390 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 3,565 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
231,825 miles · 3 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,565 miles
Average per year
5,312 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 235,390 miles
  • 2025 – 231,825 miles
  • 2024 – 228,648 miles
  • 2023 – 225,230 miles
  • 2022 – 221,170 miles
  • 2021 – 215,866 miles
  • 2020 – 210,444 miles
  • 2019 – 205,903 miles
  • 2017 – 201,945 miles
  • 2015 – 189,234 miles
  • 2014 – 177,731 miles
  • 2013 – 174,796 miles
  • 2012 – 170,139 miles
  • 2011 – 161,566 miles
  • 2010 – 154,856 miles
  • 2009 – 148,423 miles
  • 2008 – 141,008 miles
  • 2007 – 130,753 miles
  • 2006 – 126,103 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail235,390 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Body component insecure arch trim (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axle support arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength panhard rod mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top shock mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth front bump stops missing
  • AdvisoryLong handbrake travel
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • AdvisoryN/s/f bumper section loose
  • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear outer sill badly corroded

What MOT failures 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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail235,390 miles (+3,565)18 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,390 miles
    Test number
    864472959136
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body component insecure arch trim (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axle support arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength panhard rod mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top shock mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front bump stops missing
    • AdvisoryLong handbrake travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f bumper section loose
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear outer sill badly corroded

  2. Pass231,825 miles (+3,177)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    231,825 miles
    Test number
    722599684112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass228,648 miles (+3,418)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    228,648 miles
    Test number
    407636490373
    • AdvisoryUnderside showing some signs of corrosion

  4. Pass225,230 miles (+4,060)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    225,230 miles
    Test number
    696186447469
    • 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. Pass221,170 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    221,170 miles
    Test number
    100435523007
    • AdvisoryUnderside showing signs of corrosion

  6. Fail221,170 miles (+5,304)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,170 miles
    Test number
    787192120621
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderside showing signs of corrosion

  7. Pass215,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    215,866 miles
    Test number
    146733687456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail215,866 miles (+5,422)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,866 miles
    Test number
    745681779051
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Down pipe flexy area (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass210,444 miles (+4,541)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    210,444 miles
    Test number
    234075306127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass205,903 miles (+3,958)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    205,903 miles
    Test number
    109520263420
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

  11. Pass201,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    201,945 miles
    Test number
    847805507772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail201,943 miles (+12,709)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,943 miles
    Test number
    339794242496
    • FailureOffside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass189,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    189,234 miles
    Test number
    265884673386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail189,234 miles (+11,503)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,234 miles
    Test number
    858321376355
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass177,731 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    177,731 miles
    Test number
    889867594284
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Fail177,721 miles (+2,925)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,721 miles
    Test number
    259735194232
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  17. Pass174,796 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    174,796 miles
    Test number
    379077793202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Fail174,795 miles (+4,656)3 dangerous4 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,795 miles
    Test number
    326994093227
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass170,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    170,139 miles
    Test number
    545683402344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail170,139 miles (+8,573)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,139 miles
    Test number
    807403302395
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

  21. Pass161,566 miles (+6,710)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    161,566 miles
    Test number
    387958991203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass154,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    154,856 miles
    Test number
    121551300336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail154,856 miles (+6,433)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,856 miles
    Test number
    100769090291
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass148,423 miles (+7,415)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    148,423 miles
    Test number
    384847289218
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass141,008 miles (+10,255)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    141,008 miles
    Test number
    333783678026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass130,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    130,753 miles
    Test number
    292556537042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail130,753 miles (+4,650)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,753 miles
    Test number
    443106737014
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass126,103 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    126,103 miles
    Test number
    202935276017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L78 UKF

Does L78 UKF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L78 UKF expired on 23 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L78 UKF?
The MOT on L78 UKF expired on 23 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L78 UKF done?
L78 UKF was recorded at 235,390 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 5,312 miles a year.
Has L78 UKF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L78 UKF has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L78 UKF 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 L78 UKF find?
L78 UKF failed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 18 major defects and 10 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn, and 25 more.

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