
Toyota Land Cruiser
Black · Diesel · 1998 · 2,982 cc
S73 BFGMOT history
S73 BFG is a black diesel Toyota Land Cruiser first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 4 Sept 2024 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 195,424 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2023.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 4 Sept 2024
- Mileage
- 195,424 mi
- At MOT on 5 Sept 2023
- MOT tests
- 25
- 15 passed · 10 failed
- Per year
- 3,761 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- S73 BFG
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Toyota
- Model
- Land Cruiser
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,982 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1998
- First used
- 1 Aug 1998
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 4 Sept 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 5 Sept 2023 (Pass)
Mileage history
S73 BFG was last recorded at 195,424 miles on 5 Sept 2023, 5,326 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2022.
- Previous MOT
- 190,098 miles · 12 Oct 2022
- Between the last two tests
- 5,326 miles
- Average per year
- 3,761 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2023 – 195,424 miles
- 2022 – 190,098 miles
- 2021 – 183,063 miles
- 2020 – 177,526 miles
- 2019 – 170,370 miles
- 2018 – 166,133 miles
- 2017 – 163,077 miles
- 2016 – 160,887 miles
- 2015 – 158,118 miles
- 2013 – 155,061 miles
- 2011 – 153,186 miles
- 2010 – 148,336 miles
- 2009 – 142,279 miles
- 2007 – 134,024 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material compensator end (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryCorrosion noted to all body mounting fixings
- AdvisoryCorrosion noted to fuel tank
- AdvisoryLighting switch requires attentionRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2016
- AdvisoryRear crossmember corrodedRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
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 bump stop missing
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022
Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017
Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Nearside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened fronts
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Offside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened fronts
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Full MOT history
25 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass195,424 miles (+5,326)1 minor18 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Sept 2024
- Odometer
- 195,424 miles
- Test number
- 408560024715
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material compensator end (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryCorrosion noted to all body mounting fixings
- AdvisoryCorrosion noted to fuel tank
- AdvisoryLighting switch requires attention
- AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded
Pass190,098 miles (+7,035)2 minor13 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 190,098 miles
- Test number
- 212140446888
- MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryAll of the Body to chassis mounting areas are corroded
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryLighting control stalk faulty/worn recommend replacement
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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 bump stop missing and chassis corroded in mounting area
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryParking brake requires adjustment or repair
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All body mountings (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass183,063 miles (+3)10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Oct 2022
- Odometer
- 183,063 miles
- Test number
- 443355694603
- AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
- AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened fronts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened fronts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded
Fail183,060 miles (+5,534)4 major10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 183,060 miles
- Test number
- 456388449432
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
- AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened fronts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened fronts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded
Pass177,526 miles (+18)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 177,526 miles
- Test number
- 746514865167
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside rear bump stop missing
- AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded
Fail177,508 miles (+7,138)2 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 177,508 miles
- Test number
- 127572385976
- MajorNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside rear bump stop missing
- AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded
Pass170,370 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 170,370 miles
- Test number
- 521954296092
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryCorrosion noted to rear inner wheel arch
- AdvisoryNearside rear bump stop misssing
- AdvisoryRear cross-member corroded
Fail170,368 miles (+4,235)2 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 170,368 miles
- Test number
- 715199932299
- MajorEmissions not tested exhaust has leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryCorrosion noted to rear inner wheel arch
- AdvisoryNearside rear bump stop misssing
- AdvisoryRear cross-member corroded
Pass166,133 miles (+3,056)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 166,133 miles
- Test number
- 343555896800
- AdvisoryBoth sides front tyres are perished
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside rear inner wheel arch area is corroded
Pass163,077 miles8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 163,077 miles
- Test number
- 144430341833
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryCorrosion noted around all body mounts.
- AdvisoryCut noted offside front tyre outer sidewall
- AdvisoryPerishing (cracking) noted of nearside front tyre sidewall
- AdvisorySlight binding noted from offside rear brake
- AdvisorySlight binding noted from offside rear brake
- AdvisorySlight damage noted to front number plate
- AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Fail163,077 miles (+2,190)1 repaired8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 163,077 miles
- Test number
- 480214842418
- Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryCorrosion noted around all body mounts.
- AdvisoryCut noted offside front tyre outer sidewall
- AdvisoryPerishing (cracking) noted of nearside front tyre sidewall
- AdvisorySlight binding noted from offside rear brake
- AdvisorySlight binding noted from offside rear brake
- AdvisorySlight damage noted to front number plate
- AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass160,887 miles (+78)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 160,887 miles
- Test number
- 702743279171
- AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
- AdvisoryLighting switch requires attention
- AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Fail160,809 miles (+2,691)8 failures5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 160,809 miles
- Test number
- 375630780225
- FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement "D" bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings rear (6.1.B.2)
- FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement "D" bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings rear (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
- AdvisoryLighting switch requires attention
- AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass158,118 miles (+3,057)7 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 158,118 miles
- Test number
- 389837005137
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteCorrosion noted on front & rear suspension components & body mounting areas
Pass155,061 miles (+1,875)3 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 4 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 155,061 miles
- Test number
- 906918443239
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- NoteBrakes tested using decelerometer method
- NoteNo rear seats fitted
- NoteSurface rust on underside of vehicle
Pass153,186 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 153,186 miles
- Test number
- 255487871043
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- 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)
Fail153,186 miles (+4,850)5 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 153,186 miles
- Test number
- 976837571083
- Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Repaired at testExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- 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)
Fail148,336 miles1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 148,336 miles
- Test number
- 522152190069
- Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass148,336 miles (+6,057)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 148,336 miles
- Test number
- 573182090096
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Fail142,279 miles3 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 142,279 miles
- Test number
- 490191499017
- Repaired at testFront Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
- Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Pass142,279 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 31 Mar 2010
- Odometer
- 142,279 miles
- Test number
- 972211999016
- AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Fail142,279 miles (+8,255)1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 142,279 miles
- Test number
- 764380389097
- FailureFront Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass134,024 miles (+187)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Apr 2008
- Odometer
- 134,024 miles
- Test number
- 332000627175
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail133,837 miles2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 133,837 miles
- Test number
- 762361017151
- FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
- FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
Pass124,188 km3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2007
- Odometer
- 124,188 km
- Test number
- 912461316115
- AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Questions about S73 BFG
- Does S73 BFG currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on S73 BFG expired on 4 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on S73 BFG?
- The MOT on S73 BFG expired on 4 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has S73 BFG done?
- S73 BFG was recorded at 195,424 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2023, an average of 3,761 miles a year.
- Has S73 BFG ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. S73 BFG has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2021.
- Has the mileage on S73 BFG 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 S73 BFG find?
- S73 BFG passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2023 with 1 minor defect and 18 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material compensator end; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 16 more.
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