2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 4.2L Diesel · OV06 VDC

The most recent MOT, carried out on 15 April 2026, resulted in a clean pass with no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle presently satisfies the statutory safety and emissions requirements. Over the last nine years the MOT record has been consistently pass‑only, with the sole defect noted in 2021 – a severely deteriorated front drive‑shaft CV boot – having been resolved, as no further issues have been logged. This pattern reflects a stable maintenance trajectory, suggesting that any remedial work required after the 2021 advisory was addressed promptly and that the vehicle has been kept in a road‑worthy condition since then. At 137,582 mi the Land Cruiser averages just under 7,000 mi per annum, a mileage rate that is typical for a twenty‑year‑old 4×4 of this class. The relatively modest annual distance points to either moderate everyday use or periods of extended storage, both of which can influence component wear in different ways. The cumulative mileage is low enough that major wear items such as the timing chain, main bearings and chassis should still have a reasonable service life, but the age of the vehicle means that calendar‑based degradation will be as significant as mileage‑related wear. When you inspect the vehicle, give particular attention to the front drive‑shaft CV joints and their boots; look for any fresh grease on the inner wheel arches, cracked or torn boot material, and listen for a rhythmic clicking or clunking when the steering is turned at low speed, which would signal joint wear. The rear tyre advisory from 2021 should be re‑checked – verify that tread depth exceeds 1.6 mm across the width, and examine the sidewalls for any cracking, bulging or edge wear that could indicate impending failure, especially under load. If any of these symptoms are present, budgeting for a new set of tyres and possibly a CV boot replacement would be prudent. Beyond the specific items, the vehicle’s age warrants a thorough age‑related inspection. Examine all tyres for sidewall perishing irrespective of tread depth, as rubber can become brittle after two decades. Test the 12 V battery’s cranking voltage and check for corrosion on the terminals, since prolonged standing can diminish charge retention. Inspect the brake discs for surface rust, scoring or uneven wear that might cause shudder, and ensure the calipers move freely without binding. Review the condition of suspension bushings, especially the front lower arms and rear trailing arms, for cracked rubber or excessive play, and confirm that the engine oil, coolant and brake fluid have been changed within the recommended intervals – fluids can degrade with time even if the vehicle is not driven heavily. A complete service history, with stamps confirming recent oil and filter changes, will give further confidence that the Land Cruiser has been maintained in line with its age and mileage.