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AJ08 SET

2012 Toyota Hilux

Silver Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

131,887 mi
Last recorded131,887 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Toyota Hilux77,987 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ08 SET
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 131,887 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2025 131,883 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded from load valve (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear into load valve (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended buckle not found (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded from load valve (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear into load valve (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended buckle not found (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 118,554 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 16 Dec 2024 118,554 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Dec 2023 103,122 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 88,695 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2022 88,695 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 74,826 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 64,625 miles

Chassis/Underside generally corroded/covered in surface rust

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 59,133 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 51,928 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 43,840 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 37,946 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 29,713 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Hilux?

Based on 1,500,658 MOT tests across 146,528 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
7,298
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
146,528
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 30,380
Brake pipe excessively corroded 30,017
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25,129
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,123
position lamp(s) not working 22,068
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AJ08 SET is a 2012 Toyota Hilux in Silver with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Toyota Hilux models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 77,987 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Hilux fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 30,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ08 SET, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Hilux typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 14 years old, this Toyota Hilux is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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AJ08 SET is a 2012 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 21 September 2012.

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