2002 Toyota Landcruiser Amazon Vx Tda MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Landcruiser Amazon Vx Tda models manufactured in 2002, based on 255 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 2002 Toyota Landcruiser Amazon Vx Tda vintage page → (65.6% current pass rate)2002 Toyota Landcruiser Amazon Vx Tda MOT Analysis
The 2002 Toyota Landcruiser Amazon Vx Tda has an MOT pass rate of 71.8% based on 255 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 104,941 miles on the odometer. With a 28.2% failure rate, the 2002 Landcruiser Amazon Vx Tda is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2002 Toyota Landcruiser Amazon Vx Tda is Suspension, responsible for 5.9% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500. Brakes is the second most common issue at 2.0%. Steering follows at 0.8%.
Top failures specific to 2002 models only. The overall Landcruiser Amazon Vx Tda page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 5.9% | 15 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.0% | 5 |
| 3 | Steering | 0.8% | 2 |
| 4 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 0.4% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 104,941 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 0.56 | 5.9% | 15 |
| Brakes | 0.19 | 2.0% | 5 |
| Steering | 0.07 | 0.8% | 2 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.04 | 0.4% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2002 Toyota Landcruiser Amazon Vx Tda has an MOT pass rate of 71.8% based on 255 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 104,941 miles on the odometer. With a 28.2% failure rate, the 2002 Landcruiser Amazon Vx Tda is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2002 Toyota Landcruiser Amazon Vx Tda, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. With an average mileage of 104,941 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Suspension — 5.9% of failures
Suspension issues account for 5.9% of MOT failures on 2002 Toyota Landcruiser Amazon Vx Tda models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Brakes — 2.0% of failures
Brakes issues account for 2.0% of MOT failures on 2002 Toyota Landcruiser Amazon Vx Tda models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Steering — 0.8% of failures
Steering issues account for 0.8% of MOT failures on 2002 Toyota Landcruiser Amazon Vx Tda models. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.