Toyota Land Cruiser 300 (J300) (2022-present) reliability
Toyota Land Cruiser 300 (J300) built around 2022: about average at the MOT
Toyota Land Cruiser 300 (J300) models built around 2022 fail their MOT about as often as similar cars the same age.
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Key figure
8% of MOT tests on Toyota Land Cruiser 300 (J300) models built around 2022 ended in a fail (retests included), against 10% for similar cars the same age.
Most common issue
The most common MOT issue on Toyota Land Cruiser 300 (J300) models built around 2022 involves the tyres.
Based on 697 tests of Land Cruiser models registered 2022+.
About 1 in 10 diesel Land Cruiser cars registered in 2022 (9.7%) failed their first MOT.
Based on 874 first MOTs (DVSA MOT results, 2025).
About 1 in 100 Land Cruiser 300 (J300) MOTs (1.1%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2022 (3 years old), all fuels combined.
Based on 697 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025), a small sample, so the figure is likely between 0.6% and 2.2%. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted. Nor is a fail with no later MOT on record.
About 1 in 100 Land Cruiser 300 (J300) MOTs (1%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2022 (3 years old).
Based on 697 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025), a small sample, so the figure is likely between 0.5% and 2.1%. Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.
300 (J300) fail rate by age
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 3 years old.
How the Land Cruiser 300 (J300) compares
At each age below, see how the Land Cruiser 300 (J300) holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.
Based on 123,440 tests across 18 Toyota models, built around 2022 (3 years old).
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.
What to check before viewing
The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.
Brake pads
High priorityAsk when the pads were last replaced and check the warning-light history.
Tyres
Worth checkingCheck tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.
Vehicle-specific check
Worth checkingCheck the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.
Windscreen
If you have timeInspect for chips and cracks in the wiper sweep area (Zone A) — these will fail an MOT.
Other SUVs to compare
Other SUVs, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the Land Cruiser 300 (J300).
- 1
Volkswagen ID4 Life
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 10.3%
No clear edge over the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 (J300) on these figures.
2 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.
4,494 MOT tests on cars built around 2022
- 2
Honda HR-V
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 4.9%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 0.3%
- Dangerous
- 1%
- Still registered at 10 years
- 97%
Lower fail rate: 4.9%, against 8.5% for the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 (J300), both built around 2022.
4,493 MOT tests on cars built around 2022
- 3
Lexus UX
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 4.9%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 0.6%
- Dangerous
- 1.2%
Lower fail rate: 4.9%, against 8.5% for the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 (J300), both built around 2022.
4,866 MOT tests on cars built around 2022
- 4
Lexus RX
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 4.3%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 0.6%
- Dangerous
- 1.5%
- Still registered at 10 years
- 90.4%
Lower fail rate: 4.3%, against 8.5% for the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 (J300), both built around 2022.
2,386 MOT tests on cars built around 2022
- Fail rate
- = the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- = the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
- Dangerous
- = the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
- Still registered at 10 years
- = the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.
Recall context
10 recalls in all1 of the 10 Land Cruiser 300 (J300) recalls covers cars built in these years.
- 1 recall
Top concerns
- Parking assist ECU reprogram on multiple models
For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.
Most common issues on Toyota Land Cruisers of this age
This list covers every Toyota Land Cruiser built around 2022, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the 300 (J300) on its own.
Most common advisories and fails
In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one
- 17.8%Advisory
Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge
- 27.2%Advisory
Brake pads wearing thin
- 34.1%Minor
Windscreen damaged, but the driver can still see clearly
- 42.4%Advisory
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
- 51.9%Advisory
Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing
Based on 870 tests
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Frequently asked questions
Built around 2022 (3 years old), the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 (J300) (2022-present) fails MOTs at about the rate typical for this age. This is based on 697 3-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.