Toyota Landcruiser Amazon: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was a recorded failure area in 9.9% of Toyota Landcruiser Amazon MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 1998, 2004 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 251 | 6.4% |
| 1998 | 341 | 10.3% |
| 2003 | 691 | 9.7% |
| 2004 | 594 | 12.6% |
Methodology & source. 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.