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Toyota Landcruiser

Green · Diesel · 1997 · 4,164 cc

P169 VGJMOT history

P169 VGJ is a green diesel Toyota Landcruiser first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 283,436 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

P169 VGJ green 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 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
283,436 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,644 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P169 VGJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Landcruiser
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
4,164 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P169 VGJ was last recorded at 283,436 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
283,419 miles · 25 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
8,644 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 283,436 miles
  • 2025 – 279,084 miles
  • 2024 – 278,990 miles
  • 2023 – 275,036 miles
  • 2022 – 271,956 miles
  • 2021 – 264,158 miles
  • 2020 – 257,620 miles
  • 2019 – 242,397 miles
  • 2018 – 234,823 miles
  • 2017 – 228,013 miles
  • 2016 – 218,850 miles
  • 2015 – 202,661 miles
  • 2014 – 193,261 miles
  • 2013 – 182,350 miles
  • 2012 – 173,248 miles
  • 2011 – 163,904 miles
  • 2010 – 153,833 miles
  • 2009 – 142,574 miles
  • 2008 – 132,618 miles
  • 2007 – 121,596 miles
  • 2006 – 111,687 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass283,436 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Chassis rusty

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Rear under sills rusty

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front wing rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear chassis very rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass283,436 miles (+17)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    283,436 miles
    Test number
    959938131943
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail283,419 miles (+4,335)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    283,419 miles
    Test number
    361967258258
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass279,084 miles (+94)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    279,084 miles
    Test number
    277027468689
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside under sill rusty
    • AdvisoryRear axle rusty
    • AdvisoryChassis rusty
    • AdvisoryCoil springs rusty

  4. Fail278,990 miles (+3,954)10 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    278,990 miles
    Test number
    805510403651
    • MajorCentral Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting NEARSIDE (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorCentral Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting OFFSIDE (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed TIMING BELT WARNING ON. (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Power steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryGENERAL CORROSION TO ENTIRE UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryNearside MIRROR GLASS LOOSE
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass275,036 miles (+3,080)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    275,036 miles
    Test number
    421227418982
    • AdvisoryFront inner wings rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing rusty
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension rusty
    • AdvisoryChassis rusty
    • AdvisoryUnder sills rusty

  6. Pass271,956 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    271,956 miles
    Test number
    392483696004
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis very rusty
    • AdvisoryRear quater pannels rusty
    • AdvisoryRear under sills rusty

  7. Fail271,956 miles (+7,798)2 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    271,956 miles
    Test number
    888607533163
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking pump area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis very rusty
    • AdvisoryRear quater pannels rusty
    • AdvisoryRear under sills rusty

  8. Pass264,158 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    264,158 miles
    Test number
    356961058027
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis rusty
    • AdvisoryRear under sills rusty

  9. Fail264,158 miles (+6,538)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,158 miles
    Test number
    393122453776
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis rusty
    • AdvisoryRear under sills rusty

  10. Pass257,620 miles (+15,223)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    257,620 miles
    Test number
    947058241132
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryChassis rusty
    • AdvisoryOuter and under sills rusty

  11. Pass242,397 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    242,397 miles
    Test number
    311617808005
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear under sills rusty
    • AdvisoryChassis rusty

  12. Fail242,397 miles (+7,574)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,397 miles
    Test number
    108446341656
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear under sills rusty
    • AdvisoryChassis rusty

  13. Pass234,823 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    234,823 miles
    Test number
    831695803595
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryChassis and under sills rusty

  14. Fail234,823 miles (+6,810)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,823 miles
    Test number
    589162013788
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryChassis and under sills rusty

  15. Pass228,013 miles (+9,163)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    228,013 miles
    Test number
    909034261992
    • AdvisoryRear chassis and under sills rusty

  16. Pass218,850 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    218,850 miles
    Test number
    633532008167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail218,849 miles (+16,188)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,849 miles
    Test number
    216262960222
    • DangerousNearside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass202,661 miles (+9,400)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    202,661 miles
    Test number
    638310915127
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight play n/s/f wheel bearing.

  19. Pass193,261 miles (+10,911)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    193,261 miles
    Test number
    475811624132
    • NoteBoth rear tyres low on tread.
    • NoteRear axle brake pipes corroded.

  20. Pass182,350 miles (+9,102)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    182,350 miles
    Test number
    209495613166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass173,248 miles (+9,344)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    173,248 miles
    Test number
    566936912144
    • NoteBoth front swivel hubs heavily corroded.
    • NoteSlight play o/s/f wheel bearing.

  22. Pass163,904 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    163,904 miles
    Test number
    476617011166
    • NoteN/S/F Axle Swivle Corroded.
    • NoteN/S/F Bump Stop Missing.
    • NoteN/S/R Bump Stop Missing.
    • NoteO/S/F Axle Swivle Corroded.
    • NoteO/S/R Bump Stop Missing.

  23. Fail163,894 miles (+10,061)2 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,894 miles
    Test number
    337117711117
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteN/S/F Axle Swivle Corroded.
    • NoteN/S/F Bump Stop Missing.
    • NoteN/S/R Bump Stop Missing.
    • NoteO/S/F Axle Swivle Corroded.
    • NoteO/S/R Bump Stop Missing.

  24. Fail153,833 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,833 miles
    Test number
    112630120103
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Pass153,833 miles (+11,259)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    153,833 miles
    Test number
    403220120143
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  26. Pass142,574 miles (+9,956)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    142,574 miles
    Test number
    421019069004
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass132,618 miles (+11,022)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    132,618 miles
    Test number
    660361398077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass121,596 miles (+9,909)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    121,596 miles
    Test number
    803029307125
    • NoteFront axle swivels heavily corroded.

  29. Pass111,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    111,687 miles
    Test number
    810277616196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P169 VGJ

Does P169 VGJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P169 VGJ is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on P169 VGJ?
The MOT on P169 VGJ is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P169 VGJ done?
P169 VGJ was recorded at 283,436 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 8,644 miles a year.
Has P169 VGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P169 VGJ has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on P169 VGJ 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 P169 VGJ find?
P169 VGJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; coil spring corroded all; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 2 more.

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