Toyota Land Cruiser reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Toyota Land Cruiser is a car. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 141 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 77 of 442, and 24.6% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is position lamp (2.9% of tests).
Ranked 77 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League
In 2024, 10,124 Toyota Land Cruisers aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 24.6% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Toyota Land Cruiser is 29% less likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage. At the first MOT, at three years old, 11.9% failed (UK 12.7%).
First-time fail rate
24.6%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
11.9%
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
9,200
Typical age at test: 12 years
Toyota Land Cruiser MOT failure rate by age
Most common Toyota Land Cruiser MOT faults
- Position lamp: not working2.9% of tests
- Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick2.6% of tests
- Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt2.6% of tests
- Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively2.1% of tests
- Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases1.7% of tests
- Registration plate lamp(s): inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps1.6% of tests
What the Toyota Land Cruiser fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 9.8% | ▼ 36% less often |
| Brakes | 8.8% | ▼ 11% less often |
| Suspension | 7.9% | ▼ 38% less often |
| Body and structure | 6.2% | About average |
| Visibility | 3.6% | ▼ 36% less often |
| Tyres | 2.5% | ▼ 65% less often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 2.3% | ▼ 52% less often |
| Seat belts and airbags | 1.9% | About average |
| Steering | 1.7% | ▼ 45% less often |
| Wheels | 0.2% | ▼ 53% less often |
What MPG does the Toyota Land Cruiser do?
Official economy for the Toyota Land Cruiser ranges from 10.8 to 39.2mpg across the 66 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2004–2025). A typical diesel version manages 29.4mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
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Any Toyota Land Cruiser first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Toyota Land Cruiser registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £410 to £790 a year.
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Official figures for 66 versions sold in the UK between 2004 and 2025.
Fuel types
Diesel, Petrol
Official economy
10.8–39.2 mpg
CO2
190–387 g/km
Power
130–205 PS
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax | Company car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Land Cruiser First Edition 2.8D Auto Pan Roof203 PS · A8 · listed 2025 | Diesel | 26.6 mpg | 279g | £200 | 37% |
| Land Cruiser Invincible 2.8D Auto Pan Roof203 PS · A8 · listed 2025 | Diesel | 26.4 mpg | 280g | £200 | 37% |
| Land Cruiser Invincible 2.8D Auto205 PS · A8 · listed 2025 | Diesel | 10.8 mpg | 282g | £200 | 37% |
| Land Cruiser 2.8l Utility Manual 5 seat 3 door130 PS · M6 · listed 2024 | Diesel | 31.7 mpg | 234g | £200 | 37% |
| Land Cruiser 2.8l Utility Manual 5 seat 5 door130 PS · M6 · listed 2024 | Diesel | 31 mpg | 237g | £200 | 37% |
| Land Cruiser 2.8l Active Automatic 5 seat 3 door130 PS · A6 · listed 2024 | Diesel | 31 mpg | 245g | £200 | 37% |
| Land Cruiser 2.8l Active Automatic 5 seat 5 door130 PS · A6 · listed 2024 | Diesel | 29.7 mpg | 250g | £200 | 37% |
| Land Cruiser 2.8l Active Automatic 7 seat 5 door130 PS · A6 · listed 2024 | Diesel | 29.4 mpg | 252g | £200 | 37% |
| Land Cruiser 2.8l Icon Automatic 7 seat 5 door130 PS · A6 · listed 2024 | Diesel | 29.1 mpg | 253g | £200 | 37% |
| Land Cruiser 2.8l Icon Automatic 7 seat 5 door + JBL130 PS · A6 · listed 2024 | Diesel | 29.1 mpg | 254g | £200 | 37% |
| Land Cruiser 2.8l Invincible Automatic 7 seat 5 door130 PS · A6 · listed 2024 | Diesel | 29.1 mpg | 255g | £200 | 37% |
| Land Cruiser 2.8l Utility Automatic 5 seat 5 door130 PS · A6 · listed 2024 | Diesel | 29.1 mpg | 255g | £200 | 37% |
| Land Cruiser 2.8l Icon Automatic 7 seat 5 door + off-road130 PS · A6 · listed 2024 | Diesel | 28.8 mpg | 256g | £200 | 37% |
| Land Cruiser 2.8l Icon Automatic 7 seat 5 door + Off-road + JBL130 PS · A6 · listed 2024 | Diesel | 28.8 mpg | 256g | £200 | 37% |
| Land Cruiser 2.8l Invincible Automatic 7 seat 5 door + Sunroof130 PS · A6 · listed 2024 | Diesel | 28.8 mpg | 256g | £200 | 37% |
Economy and CO2 are official WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement. Company car tax is the 2026/27 benefit-in-kind rate. Showing the 15 most recent of 66 versions.
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Official figures are usually 10–15% better than real-world driving.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Toyota Land Cruiser reliable?
Its MOT record is better than average: the Toyota Land Cruiser is 29% less likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 141 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Toyota Land Cruiser?
The most common MOT fault is “Position lamp: not working”, found in 2.9% of tests.
›What MPG does the Toyota Land Cruiser do?
Official economy for the Toyota Land Cruiser ranges from 10.8 to 39.2mpg across the 66 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2004–2025). A typical diesel version manages 29.4mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a Toyota Land Cruiser?
Any Toyota Land Cruiser first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Toyota Land Cruiser registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £410 to £790 a year.
›How many Toyota Land Cruisers fail their MOT?
24.6% of Toyota Land Cruisers aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024, and 11.9% failed at their first MOT.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Toyota Land Cruiser combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.