1999 Toyota Landcruiser 3.0L Diesel · V340 EHC

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 13 June 2025 at 215,710 miles, following a failure just four days prior. The failure in June 2025 revealed a major central exhaust leak, defective windscreen wipers, and a missing road wheel fixing on the offside front. While these immediate mechanical issues were addressed to achieve the pass, the record shows persistent corrosion across the front suspension. Specifically, the tester flagged the offside front suspension mounting area and both front suspension arms as corroded, though the decay had not yet reached the threshold for structural failure. At 27 years old, the recorded mileage of 215,710 represents an average annual usage of approximately 8,000 miles, which is consistent with a vehicle of this age. However, a significant gap exists between the 2021 test at 210,864 miles and the 2025 test, covering only 4,846 miles over four years. The 2021 record already noted a minor exhaust leak at the centre silencer and early corrosion on the rear inner vehicle sills. The presence of rust on multiple structural points suggests that the vehicle is susceptible to environmental degradation, which is a common concern for this generation of Land Cruiser. A buyer should prioritize a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry and the rear inner sills, as the corrosion has been documented as present for several years. The transition from a minor exhaust leak in 2021 to a major leak in 2025 indicates the exhaust system is nearing its end. Given the low mileage covered between tests, it is also essential to verify that rubber components, hoses, and seals have not perished due to age or inactivity, despite the tester only noting worn wipers and minor corrosion in the past.