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TOYOTA LANDCRUISER (1992)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 111 real MOT tests in 2024.

MOT Pass Rate

91%

Total Tests (2024)

111

Avg Mileage

200,029 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,750

Is the 1992 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the TOYOTA brand average of 84%.

At 32 years old, 91% of TOYOTA LANDCRUISERs from 1992 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 111 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 200,029 miles.

How does the 1992 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER compare?

Rank among all 1992 cars16th out of 178(top 9%)
Rank among all TOYOTA models309th out of 996(top 31%)
vs national average+9% (82% avg)
vs 1992 cars average+14% (77% avg)
vs TOYOTA average+7% (84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 1992 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER has 200,029 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 236,800 miles for a 32-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

How much does a 1992 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER cost to run?

Fuel (Diesel, 4164cc)
£1,245
🏛️Road Tax
£250
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,750
Per month£146/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

TOYOTA LANDCRUISER by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201490%14382,102 mi
201387%231109,542 mi
201289%14397,181 mi
201183%168117,830 mi
201088%236133,533 mi
200981%155139,944 mi
200879%343123,852 mi
200776%487149,071 mi
200675%735144,268 mi
200576%971152,870 mi
200474%1,191158,066 mi
200376%930164,791 mi
200280%369174,229 mi
200172%298164,595 mi
200072%446163,354 mi
199977%694182,815 mi
199871%813181,679 mi
199776%765176,466 mi
199677%312182,083 mi
199589%85197,275 mi
199478%192193,579 mi
199386%138206,258 mi
199291%111200,029 mi
199187%31189,242 mi
199088%34201,695 mi

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About the 1992 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER

The 1992 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER is a performance with a 4164cc diesel engine. 111 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 9% of all 1992 cars for reliability.

With an average of 200,029 miles at 32 years old, TOYOTA LANDCRUISER owners drive about as much as the UK average.

1992 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER Fuel Costs

The 4164cc diesel engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 40 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,245 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 1992 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,750 146/month), broken down as £1245 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 91% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

TOYOTA LANDCRUISER Reliability Trend

The TOYOTA LANDCRUISER has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.

Buying a Used 1992 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER

At 32 years old, the TOYOTA LANDCRUISER is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age.

Alternatives to the 1992 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER

The TOYOTA LANDCRUISER is actually the most reliable option among similar diesel performances from this era. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: