2000 Toyota Landcruiser — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,394 MOT tests analysed for the 2000 Toyota Landcruiser, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 76.5% was above the average for cars of a similar age (75.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.1% | 210 |
| 2 | Suspension | 12.1% | 169 |
| 3 | Brakes | 11.6% | 161 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.3% | 130 |
| 5 | Visibility | 5.0% | 70 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 2.8% | 39 |
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 | 81 |
| 2 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 73 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 72 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 65 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 55 |
| 6 | Rear fog lamp | 53 |
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 | 38.3% | 534 |
| 2 | Brakes | 31.3% | 436 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 24.3% | 339 |
| 4 | Other defects | 18.3% | 255 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 15.2% | 212 |
| 6 | Tyres | 14.8% | 206 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 69 | 23.2% |
| 90-120k | 191 | 23.6% |
| 120-150k | 298 | 20.8% |
| 150k+ | 797 | 25.0% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 1,152 | 23.5% |
| Petrol | 239 | 23.8% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 311 | 21.5% |
| 2022 | 315 | 24.4% |
| 2023 | 288 | 22.6% |
| 2024 | 240 | 24.2% |
| 2025 | 240 | 25.4% |
What to check before buying a 2000 Landcruiser
Before buying a 2000 Toyota Landcruiser, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 15.1% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (15.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (12.1% 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.
- Brakes (11.6% 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.
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 2000 Toyota Landcruisers pass their MOT?
76.5% of the 1,394 2000 Toyota Landcruiser MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 23.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2000 Toyota Landcruiser?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.1% of tests, followed by suspension (12.1%).
Does the 2000 Landcruiser get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 23.2% in the 60-90k band to 25.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,394 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.