Toyota Land Cruiser (2020)
Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 699 MOT tests in 2024.
Annual Cost
£2,413
£201/month
MOT Pass Rate
93%
Excellent
Road Tax
£200
Standard rate/year
Est. Insurance
Grp 35-50
4660cc Petrol/gas
Great Choice
93% pass rate, £2,413/year to run. 11 points above average.
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Annual Running Costs
~30 mpg
Standard rate (from April 2017)
Low estimate due to excellent reliability
Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).
Reliability Verdict
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 11 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Toyota brand average of 84%.
93% of MOT tests on Toyota Land Cruisers from 2020 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 4 years old. That's based on 699 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 40,566 miles.
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Mileage Analysis
40,566
Average miles
29,600
Expected for age
The average 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser had 40,566 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is above the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
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Best Year to Buy?
Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 95%, while the 2001 model has the lowest at 73%. The 2020 scores 93%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.
Toyota Land Cruiser by Year
| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 100% | 59 | 11,560 mi | |
| 2022 | 89% | 144 | 20,179 mi | |
| 2021 | 95% | 515 | 31,198 mi | |
| 2020 | 93% | 699 | 40,566 mi | |
| 2019 | 93% | 1,077 | 48,180 mi | |
| 2018 | 93% | 1,210 | 54,996 mi | |
| 2017 | 91% | 736 | 66,633 mi | |
| 2016 | 90% | 1,051 | 72,689 mi | |
| 2015 | 91% | 1,257 | 79,682 mi | |
| 2014 | 91% | 1,471 | 95,189 mi | |
| 2013 | 88% | 705 | 94,550 mi | |
| 2012 | 89% | 542 | 100,795 mi | |
| 2011 | 91% | 541 | 114,224 mi | |
| 2010 | 82% | 633 | 119,336 mi | |
| 2009 | 77% | 596 | 120,444 mi | |
| 2008 | 80% | 879 | 140,211 mi | |
| 2007 | 80% | 1,314 | 145,844 mi | |
| 2006 | 77% | 1,586 | 149,825 mi | |
| 2005 | 77% | 2,200 | 152,186 mi | |
| 2004 | 74% | 2,021 | 158,482 mi | |
| 2003 | 75% | 1,465 | 163,901 mi | |
| 2002 | 76% | 1,100 | 161,716 mi | |
| 2001 | 73% | 1,075 | 177,742 mi | |
| 2000 | 78% | 744 | 175,817 mi | |
| 1999 | 77% | 1,266 | 172,873 mi | |
| 1998 | 78% | 1,301 | 172,722 mi | |
| 1997 | 76% | 1,218 | 178,633 mi | |
| 1996 | 79% | 678 | 175,827 mi | |
| 1995 | 79% | 529 | 184,984 mi | |
| 1994 | 78% | 628 | 199,513 mi | |
| 1993 | 83% | 426 | 193,601 mi | |
| 1992 | 84% | 201 | 181,637 mi | |
| 1991 | 75% | 140 | 169,827 mi | |
| 1990 | 81% | 129 | 183,134 mi |
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About the 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser
The 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser is a large-engined car. Our records list a 4660cc petrol/gas engine, though engines vary between versions. 699 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all models from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 40,566 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Toyota Land Cruiser owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2020 Toyota Land Cruiser Fuel Costs
The 4660cc petrol/gas engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,958 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year). This is a petrol-price estimate; running on petrol/gas will change the cost.
What does it cost to own a 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,413 (£201/month), broken down as £1,958 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 93% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Toyota Land Cruiser Reliability Trend
Newer Toyota Land Cruisers pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 10 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.
Buying a Used 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser
At 6 years old, the Toyota Land Cruiser offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 95%.
Common Issues to Watch For
These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.
Service History
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Questions about the 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser
Is the 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 93% of MOT tests on 2020 Toyota Land Cruisers ended in a pass, from 699 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 11 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.
How much does a 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser cost to run?
Our estimate is £2,413 a year (£201 a month): £1,958 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.
What is the MOT pass rate for a 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser?
93% of 699 MOT tests on the 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 1018th of 2,554 models first registered in 2020 (top half).
Which year Toyota Land Cruiser has the best MOT pass rate?
Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser has the highest MOT pass rate at 95% and the 2001 the lowest at 73%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.
What is the average mileage for a 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser?
The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser is 40,566 miles, which is above the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
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