Should I check the MOT history before buying a 1999 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 1999 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 1999 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 1999 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

40% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 1999 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado reliable?

Based on MOT data from 339 vehicles, the 1999 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado has a first-time MOT pass rate of 73.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 1999 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Toyota Landcruiser Colorado (1999)

339 real MOT outcomes analysed • 73.2% first-time pass rate

1999 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado

CarHunch analysed 339 real MOT records for the 1999 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 339 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

These 1999 Land Cruiser Colorados pass MOT first time in 72.9% of cases, notably below the UK average of 80%, and over two in five vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a significant concern for a buyer. The diesel engines that power nearly all examples in this cohort show no advantage, carrying the same 72.9% pass rate.

At around 124,600 miles median, these 25-year-old trucks are running high mileage but averaging 4.65 failures per test, suggesting corrosion and wear are catching up with them. The 23.7 advisories per vehicle indicate persistent small-scale deterioration rather than catastrophic issues, so budget for steady maintenance and have a pre-purchase inspection focus specifically on structural rust, braking components, and suspension wear.

The 1999 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado has a below-average first-time pass rate (73.2% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

73.2%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

40.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.65

Over 16.1 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

125k

Middle half: 101k–146k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 23.7 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 339 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Before you buy a 1999 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado

Based on MOT data from 339 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 40.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (94%)	317	73.1%	4.74

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,896 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Silver 24.1%

697

Green 22.8%

661

Blue 21.3%

617

Black 13.3%

385

Red 10.9%

317

White 3.3%

Gold 2.5%

Grey 0.8%

Beige 0.4%

Maroon 0.2%

Cream 0.2%

Purple 0.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 1999 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

124,603

typical

100,502

low mileage

146,183

high mileage

Half of all 1999 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado vehicles fall between 100,502 and 146,183 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 100,502 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 100,502–146,183 miles — normal for age. This is where most 1999 Toyota Landcruiser Colorados sit.

⚠ Over 197,347 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

1999 Toyota Landcruiser Colorado — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 34% of 1999 Toyota Landcruiser Colorados are still active.

Numbers are declining — 71 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (34% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

16.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.65

Avg failures per vehicle

23.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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