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Toyota Land Cruiser

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,982 cc

SET 979MOT history

SET 979 is a silver diesel Toyota Land Cruiser first used on 29 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 220,609 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
220,609 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
10,259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SET 979
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Toyota
Model
Land Cruiser
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,982 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SET 979 was last recorded at 220,609 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
220,603 miles · 2 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
10,259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 220,609 miles
  • 2024 – 218,658 miles
  • 2023 – 217,418 miles
  • 2022 – 213,653 miles
  • 2021 – 210,245 miles
  • 2020 – 200,998 miles
  • 2019 – 191,363 miles
  • 2017 – 173,812 miles
  • 2016 – 160,562 miles
  • 2015 – 146,873 miles
  • 2014 – 133,423 miles
  • 2013 – 115,932 miles
  • 2012 – 99,867 miles
  • 2011 – 80,555 miles
  • 2010 – 51,988 miles
  • 2009 – 42,470 miles
  • 2008 – 33,791 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,609 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop rotted offRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle covered in undersealRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

30 tests since 24 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,609 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    220,609 miles
    Test number
    287689199230
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop rotted off
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle covered in underseal

  2. Fail220,603 miles (+1,945)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,603 miles
    Test number
    121623155747
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill in front of wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced side step bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill in front of wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension rod corroded and seriously weakened level senser and bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop rotted off
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle covered in underseal

  3. Pass218,658 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    218,658 miles
    Test number
    925340463783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail218,652 miles (+1,234)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,652 miles
    Test number
    120364311526
    • DangerousFront Undertray likely to become detached corroded (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear suspension level device mount corroded

  5. Pass217,418 miles (+186)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    217,418 miles
    Test number
    677960167586
    • MinorOffside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail217,232 miles (+3,579)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,232 miles
    Test number
    431233688183
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn upper suspension ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning snapped off (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis/underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass213,653 miles (+308)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    213,653 miles
    Test number
    478851928657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail213,345 miles (+3,100)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,345 miles
    Test number
    182003737885
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass210,245 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    210,245 miles
    Test number
    226337849059
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Fail210,245 miles (+9,247)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,245 miles
    Test number
    895207531163
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass200,998 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    200,998 miles
    Test number
    419992405070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail200,998 miles (+9,635)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,998 miles
    Test number
    895491518596
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass191,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    191,363 miles
    Test number
    316866498502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail191,363 miles (+17,551)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,363 miles
    Test number
    851395545564
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

  15. Pass173,812 miles (+13,250)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    173,812 miles
    Test number
    144656461285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass160,562 miles (+13,689)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    160,562 miles
    Test number
    901581879499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass146,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    146,873 miles
    Test number
    877469198144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail146,873 miles (+13,450)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,873 miles
    Test number
    901525777315
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass133,423 miles (+17,491)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    133,423 miles
    Test number
    385835474443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass115,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    115,932 miles
    Test number
    898297023202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail115,932 miles (+16,065)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,932 miles
    Test number
    359717223492
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass99,867 miles (+19,312)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    99,867 miles
    Test number
    958929692270
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteBonnet gas strut weak
    • NoteNoise aux belt area

  23. Pass80,555 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    80,555 miles
    Test number
    879864721275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail80,555 miles (+28,567)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,555 miles
    Test number
    289682821299
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass51,988 miles (+182)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    51,988 miles
    Test number
    631913140291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass51,806 miles (+9,336)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    51,806 miles
    Test number
    154858340134
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass42,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    42,470 miles
    Test number
    790038689163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail42,470 miles (+8,679)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,470 miles
    Test number
    152442789150
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass33,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    33,791 miles
    Test number
    390706408478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail33,791 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,791 miles
    Test number
    280486808246
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about SET 979

What vehicle is registration SET 979 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SET 979 on a silver diesel Toyota Land Cruiser first used on 29 Jun 2005. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does SET 979 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SET 979 is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on SET 979?
The MOT on SET 979 is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SET 979 done?
SET 979 was recorded at 220,609 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 10,259 miles a year.
Has SET 979 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SET 979 has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on SET 979 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 SET 979 find?
SET 979 passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear bump stop rotted off; offside front inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing; corrosion under vehicle covered in underseal.

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