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Toyota Land Cruiser

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 4,164 cc

S48 AREMOT history

S48 ARE is a blue diesel Toyota Land Cruiser first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 23 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 190,196 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2022.

S48 ARE blue Toyota Land Cruiser – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Sept 2023
Mileage
190,196 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2022
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,237 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S48 ARE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Land Cruiser
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
4,164 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S48 ARE was last recorded at 190,196 miles on 24 Sept 2022, 7,504 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,692 miles · 22 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
7,504 miles
Average per year
6,237 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 190,196 miles
  • 2021 – 182,692 miles
  • 2020 – 175,245 miles
  • 2019 – 168,651 miles
  • 2018 – 168,260 miles
  • 2017 – 165,164 miles
  • 2016 – 163,953 miles
  • 2015 – 160,774 miles
  • 2014 – 158,799 miles
  • 2013 – 154,813 miles
  • 2012 – 148,753 miles
  • 2011 – 143,291 miles
  • 2009 – 129,114 miles
  • 2008 – 119,561 miles
  • 2007 – 102,778 miles
  • 2006 – 88,943 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,196 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Front Wheel bearing has slight play both

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills holed and corroded has separate chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Suspension arm ball joint has slight play all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Handbrake travel high

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 20 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,196 miles (+7,504)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    190,196 miles
    Test number
    544589969223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass182,692 miles (+11)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    182,692 miles
    Test number
    992047576447
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills holed and corroded has separate chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel high
    • AdvisoryStone chips in windscreen

  3. Fail182,681 miles (+7,436)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,681 miles
    Test number
    395197248060
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills holed and corroded has separate chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel high
    • AdvisoryStone chips in windscreen

  4. Pass175,245 miles (+39)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    175,245 miles
    Test number
    896214482642
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lens cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock damp
    • AdvisoryRear Inner sills holed / corroded has separate chassis
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat

  5. Fail175,206 miles (+6,555)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,206 miles
    Test number
    516447036563
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested front pads low (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lens cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock damp
    • AdvisoryRear Inner sills holed / corroded has separate chassis
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat

  6. Pass168,651 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    168,651 miles
    Test number
    805837823688
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail168,657 miles (+397)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,657 miles
    Test number
    750098973055
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass168,260 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    168,260 miles
    Test number
    981492192351
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail168,260 miles (+3,096)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,260 miles
    Test number
    243400984387
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass165,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    165,164 miles
    Test number
    770642885160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail165,164 miles (+1,211)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,164 miles
    Test number
    375660169380
    • Repaired at testFront Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass163,953 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    163,953 miles
    Test number
    643474909213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint lift (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper blade split
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever close to reserve travel

  13. Fail163,953 miles (+3,179)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,953 miles
    Test number
    355916700103
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint lift (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper blade split
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever close to reserve travel

  14. Pass160,774 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    160,774 miles
    Test number
    238201645115
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteNsr wheel arch corroded
    • NoteRear underbody corrosion ns and os rear

  15. Fail160,779 miles (+1,980)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,779 miles
    Test number
    506171245108
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteNsf suspension load sensing actuator link rod disconnected
    • NoteNsr wheel arch corroded
    • NoteRear underbody corrosion ns and os rear

  16. Pass158,799 miles (+3,986)2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    158,799 miles
    Test number
    257348564460
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNs inner sill corroded
    • NoteNs outer sill corroded
    • NoteNsr lower body (behind bumper )corroded
    • NoteOs inner sill corroded
    • NoteOs outer sill corroded
    • NoteOsr lower body (behind bumper )corroded

  17. Pass154,813 miles (+6,060)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    154,813 miles
    Test number
    868551773145
    • NoteGeneral underbody corrosion
    • NoteNs inner sill corroded
    • NoteOs inner sill corroded
    • NoteRear bumper support badly corroded

  18. Pass148,753 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    148,753 miles
    Test number
    197436732130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail148,753 miles (+5,462)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,753 miles
    Test number
    965606132125
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass143,291 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    143,291 miles
    Test number
    609023131191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs general wear

  21. Fail143,291 miles (+14,177)7 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,291 miles
    Test number
    965297821104
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteFront brake discs general wear

  22. Pass129,114 miles (+128)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    129,114 miles
    Test number
    853653009265
    • NoteNsr outer sill corrosion
    • NoteOsr outer sill corrosion

  23. Fail128,986 miles (+9,425)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,986 miles
    Test number
    322138899186
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteNsr outer sill corrosion
    • NoteOsr outer sill corrosion

  24. Pass119,561 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    119,561 miles
    Test number
    834935608200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  25. Fail119,561 miles (+16,783)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,561 miles
    Test number
    392195208234
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  26. Pass102,778 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    102,778 miles
    Test number
    740035607279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOsf upper ball joint rubber boot split

  27. Fail102,778 miles (+13,835)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,778 miles
    Test number
    122975107257
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOsf upper ball joint rubber boot split

  28. Pass88,943 miles (+2,754)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    88,943 miles
    Test number
    892118906248
    • NoteN/s/r brake pipe rusty
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f lower ball joint

  29. Pass86,189 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    86,189 miles
    Test number
    134640126032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about S48 ARE

Does S48 ARE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S48 ARE expired on 23 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S48 ARE?
The MOT on S48 ARE expired on 23 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S48 ARE done?
S48 ARE was recorded at 190,196 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2022, an average of 6,237 miles a year.
Has S48 ARE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S48 ARE has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on S48 ARE 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 S48 ARE find?
S48 ARE passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2022 with 7 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; nearside outer sill corroded; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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