2004 Toyota Landcruiser Amazon — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 594 MOT tests analysed for the 2004 Toyota Landcruiser Amazon, the most common recorded failure areas were brakes, suspension and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 76.3% was above the average for cars of a similar age (74.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 12.8% | 76 |
| 2 | Suspension | 12.6% | 75 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 12.1% | 72 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.8% | 58 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.7% | 28 |
| 6 | Steering | 3.4% | 20 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chassis condition | 36 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 31 |
| 3 | Linkage pins and bushes | 31 |
| 4 | Prescribed areas | 26 |
| 5 | Rbt (sp) | 26 |
| 6 | Steering rack | 22 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 41.1% | 244 |
| 2 | Brakes | 28.1% | 167 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 23.6% | 140 |
| 4 | Tyres | 16.0% | 95 |
| 5 | Other defects | 10.4% | 62 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 9.8% | 58 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 90-120k | 75 | 20.0% |
| 120-150k | 131 | 27.5% |
| 150k+ | 367 | 22.9% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 508 | 24.2% |
| Petrol | 86 | 20.9% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 129 | 21.7% |
| 2022 | 132 | 25.0% |
| 2023 | 121 | 21.5% |
| 2024 | 111 | 24.3% |
| 2025 | 101 | 26.7% |
What to check before buying a 2004 Landcruiser Amazon
Before buying a 2004 Toyota Landcruiser Amazon, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Brakes accounted for 12.8% of tests for this year.
- Brakes (12.8% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Suspension (12.6% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (12.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2004 Toyota Landcruiser Amazons pass their MOT?
76.3% of the 594 2004 Toyota Landcruiser Amazon MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 23.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2004 Toyota Landcruiser Amazon?
Brakes, recorded in 12.8% of tests, followed by suspension (12.6%).
Does the 2004 Landcruiser Amazon get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 20.0% in the 90-120k band to 22.9% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 594 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.