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Toyota Land Cruiser

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,982 cc

T281 YFAMOT history

T281 YFA is a silver diesel Toyota Land Cruiser first used on 3 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Feb 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 191,355 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Feb 2026
Mileage
191,355 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,631 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T281 YFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Land Cruiser
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,982 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T281 YFA was last recorded at 191,355 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 5,139 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,216 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,139 miles
Average per year
5,631 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 191,355 miles
  • 2025 – 186,216 miles
  • 2024 – 180,041 miles
  • 2023 – 178,050 miles
  • 2022 – 175,427 miles
  • 2021 – 172,607 miles
  • 2020 – 168,724 miles
  • 2019 – 167,312 miles
  • 2018 – 167,292 miles
  • 2017 – 165,490 miles
  • 2016 – 165,488 miles
  • 2015 – 150,096 miles
  • 2014 – 133,457 miles
  • 2013 – 132,588 miles
  • 2012 – 130,628 miles
  • 2011 – 128,396 miles
  • 2010 – 123,649 miles
  • 2009 – 110,639 miles
  • 2008 – 100,736 miles
  • 2007 – 91,748 miles
  • 2006 – 80,546 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail191,355 miles
  • DangerousRear Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board tail pipe missing (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded load valve (1.1.21 (e) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • 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 Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced center (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both o/s n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBoth o/s n/s sills 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.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Under floor body corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour sidelight is yellow

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour sidelight is yellow

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front number plate slight damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 8 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail191,355 miles (+5,139)1 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,355 miles
    Test number
    428928457414
    • DangerousRear Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board tail pipe missing (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded load valve (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • 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 Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced center (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both o/s n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth o/s n/s sills corroded

  2. Pass186,216 miles (+99)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    186,216 miles
    Test number
    966693724206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder floor body corroded

  3. Fail186,117 miles (+6,076)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,117 miles
    Test number
    837194180966
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder floor body corroded

  4. Pass180,041 miles (+1,991)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    180,041 miles
    Test number
    938285917628
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Coolant leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass178,050 miles (+15)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    178,050 miles
    Test number
    538238251463
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour sidelight is yellow (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour sidelight is yellow (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slight damage

  6. Fail178,035 miles (+2,608)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,035 miles
    Test number
    887634843832
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release handbrake part not attached to fitting (1.1.6 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side 90 (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour sidelight is yellow (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour sidelight is yellow (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slight damage

  7. Pass175,427 miles (+22)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    175,427 miles
    Test number
    452283243533
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour Amber. (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack bushes.

  8. Fail175,405 miles (+2,798)1 dangerous2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,405 miles
    Test number
    504403430483
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached Locking pin missing. (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour Amber. (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack bushes.

  9. Pass172,607 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    172,607 miles
    Test number
    355075430040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail172,606 miles (+3,882)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,606 miles
    Test number
    156796626697
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings inner track rod arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass168,724 miles (+1,412)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    168,724 miles
    Test number
    243887454311
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Pass167,312 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    167,312 miles
    Test number
    892342597511
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  13. Fail167,292 miles (+1,802)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,292 miles
    Test number
    829779105336
    • MajorNearside Front Steering locking device missing upper ball joint split pin. (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg near side (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch/sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened bump stop mounting correded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal offside inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  14. Pass165,490 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    165,490 miles
    Test number
    928421688521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass165,488 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    165,488 miles
    Test number
    667824282968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail165,482 miles (+15,386)13 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,482 miles
    Test number
    285315163211
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sills corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement inner mount (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit attachment corroded and seriously weakened rear bump stop coroded and un bonded (2.4.F.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sills corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass150,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    150,096 miles
    Test number
    585742635252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail150,096 miles (+16,639)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,096 miles
    Test number
    809770235265
    • FailureOffside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

  19. Pass133,457 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    133,457 miles
    Test number
    377715644431
    • NoteVehicle has light corrosion underneath

  20. Fail133,457 miles (+869)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,457 miles
    Test number
    156464444222
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteVehicle has light corrosion underneath

  21. Pass132,588 miles (+1,960)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    132,588 miles
    Test number
    107628293208
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/f flexi brake hoses starting to perish

  22. Pass130,628 miles (+2,232)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    130,628 miles
    Test number
    527492322240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass128,396 miles (+4,747)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    128,396 miles
    Test number
    147536661175
    • NoteFront o/s and n/s flexi brake hoses starting to perish
    • NoteFront tyres just legal

  24. Pass123,649 miles (+13,010)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    123,649 miles
    Test number
    130178880141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass110,639 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    110,639 miles
    Test number
    252231689437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail110,637 miles (+9,901)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,637 miles
    Test number
    492335379142
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  27. Pass100,736 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    100,736 miles
    Test number
    282959678448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail100,734 miles (+8,986)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,734 miles
    Test number
    174618378115
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  29. Pass91,748 miles (+11,202)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    91,748 miles
    Test number
    584826267110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass80,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    80,546 miles
    Test number
    910439756109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T281 YFA

Does T281 YFA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T281 YFA expired on 14 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T281 YFA?
The MOT on T281 YFA expired on 14 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T281 YFA done?
T281 YFA was recorded at 191,355 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 5,631 miles a year.
Has T281 YFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T281 YFA has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T281 YFA 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 T281 YFA find?
T281 YFA failed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects and 6 advisories: rear exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board tail pipe missing; nearside rear brake prescribed area is excessively corroded load valve; nearside rear vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced, and 10 more.

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