Toyota Landcruiser (2012)
2012 Toyota Landcruiser
CarHunch analysed 124 real MOT records for the 2012 Toyota Landcruiser. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2012 Toyota Landcruiser is a reliable prospect, with an 86.3% first-time pass rate that beats the UK average of 80%, though nearly a quarter of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a figure worth taking seriously if you're considering one. The diesel variant, which makes up almost the entire cohort, performs even better at 87.7% pass rate, suggesting the engine platform has held up well over time.
At 69,753 miles on average, these Landcruisers show moderate mileage for their age, and the 1.31 average failures per vehicle suggests most issues are manageable rather than structural. Before you buy, always get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the dangerous defects that have cropped up in this cohort, and budget for routine advisory work—advisories average 9.1 per vehicle, reflecting the wear typical of working vehicles and ageing components.
What to check before buying a 2012 Toyota Landcruiser
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 22.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (98%) | 121 | 87.7% | 1.34 |
| Petrol (2%) | 2 | 0% | 0 |
| Other (1%) | 1 | 87.5% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2012 Toyota Landcruiser vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2012 Toyota Landcruiser vehicles fall between 47,422 and 85,684 miles.
2012 Toyota Landcruiser — Still on the Road
67 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 62% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2015–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2012 Toyota Landcruiser
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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25.5%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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23.9%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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22.1%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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21.8%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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18%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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17.4%
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
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17.3%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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14.6%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2012. Counts include advisories and failures.
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