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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Toyota Fj Cruiser. Check any Fj Cruiser by registration number below.

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93.1%

Avg Pass Rate

+9.6%

vs Toyota Avg

8

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Toyota Fj Cruiser — MOT Reliability Overview

The Toyota Fj Cruiser has an average MOT pass rate of 93.1%, which is 9.6 percentage points above the Toyota brand average of 83.5%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Fj Cruiser is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Toyota Fj Cruiser fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your Fj Cruiser for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Toyota Fj Cruiser, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Toyota Fj Cruiser performs at MOT across different model years.

2019

Based on 63 vehicles

95.2%Excellent
Toyota average: 83.5%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

2.3%

Mileage at 5yr

93k mi

2016

Based on 68 vehicles

94.1%Excellent
Toyota average: 83.5%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

4.9%

2015

Based on 35 vehicles

94.3%Excellent
Toyota average: 83.5%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Mileage at 10yr

39k mi

2014

Based on 79 vehicles

98.7%Excellent
Toyota average: 83.5%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

1.5%

Mileage at 10yr

137k mi

2013

Based on 92 vehicles

93.5%Excellent
Toyota average: 83.5%
Dangerous Defects

1.3%

Retest Rate

13.0%

Mileage at 10yr

107k mi

2012

Based on 133 vehicles

85.0%Excellent
Toyota average: 83.5%
Dangerous Defects

2.7%

Retest Rate

14.4%

Mileage at 10yr

126k mi

2011

Based on 112 vehicles

94.6%Excellent
Toyota average: 83.5%
Dangerous Defects

1.1%

Retest Rate

3.4%

0

Based on 184 vehicles

89.1%Excellent
Toyota average: 83.5%
Mileage at 5yr

74k mi

Top MOT Failures — Toyota Fj Cruiser

The most common reasons a Toyota Fj Cruiser fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

7.5%
Toyota Fj Cruiser Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Offside

1.6%

Front

1.6%

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Toyota Fj Cruiser

Toyota Fj Cruiser — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Toyota Fj Cruiser MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Toyota Fj Cruiser?
The average MOT pass rate for the Toyota Fj Cruiser is 93.1% compared to the Toyota average of 83.5%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Toyota Fj Cruiser?
The most common MOT failures on the Toyota Fj Cruiser are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (7.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Toyota Fj Cruiser reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 93.1%, the Toyota Fj Cruiser is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Toyota Fj Cruiser?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Toyota Fj Cruiser?
Typical mileage for the Toyota Fj Cruiser: 93,327 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Fj Cruiser to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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