Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2009 Toyota Landcruiser?

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 2009 Toyota Landcruiser?

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 2009 Toyota Landcruiser?

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 2009 Toyota Landcruiser vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

25% 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 2009 Toyota Landcruiser reliable?

Based on MOT data from 160 vehicles, the 2009 Toyota Landcruiser has a first-time MOT pass rate of 82.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2009 Toyota Landcruiser?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2009 Toyota Landcruiser are: Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (52.5% of vehicles), Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (51.6% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (28.9% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2009 Toyota Landcruiser?

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 (2009)

160 real MOT outcomes analysed • 82.9% first-time pass rate

2009 Toyota Landcruiser

CarHunch analysed 160 real MOT records for the 2009 Toyota Landcruiser. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2009 Toyota Landcruiser has a first-time pass rate of 82.4%, just above the UK average of 80%, but the real concern is that one in four of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect during their MOT history—significantly higher than typical and worth investigating on any example you're considering. The diesel-only cohort passes at 82.9%, suggesting the fuel type isn't a weak point.

At an average of 81,270 miles for a 15-year-old vehicle, these Landcruisers are running fairly hard, and that's reflected in the 2.12 average failures per test; however, the 13 advisories per vehicle indicate wear rather than catastrophic failure. Before purchase, get a pre-buy inspection that specifically covers the components flagged most often in MOT records—likely suspension, brakes, and lights—since a vehicle with this damage history profile can still be solid if those areas have been properly maintained.

We have limited data for the 2009 Toyota Landcruiser — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ 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

82.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

25%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.12

Over 10.9 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

75k

Middle half: 54k–106k

For context

These stats describe 160 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 160 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 52.5%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Tyre wear 28.9%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 27.8%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' · Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated · …

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2009.

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Before you buy a 2009 Toyota Landcruiser

Based on MOT data from 160 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 25% 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 (99%)	159	82.9%	2.13

Mileage Distribution

Most 2009 Toyota Landcruiser 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.

74,603

typical

53,512

low mileage

106,033

high mileage

Half of all 2009 Toyota Landcruiser vehicles fall between 53,512 and 106,033 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 53,512 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.

✓ 53,512–106,033 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2009 Toyota Landcruisers sit.

⚠ Over 143,144 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2009 Toyota Landcruiser — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 55% of 2009 Toyota Landcruisers are still active.

69 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 55% of the peak remain.

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

10.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.12

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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