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AK12 FNJ

2012 Toyota Hilux

Silver Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

112,129 mi
Last recorded112,129 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Hilux77,987 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 FNJ
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 112,129 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

underneath undersealed

Fail 6 Jan 2026 111,746 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Heavy corrosion to chassis crossmember at fuel tank mounting area. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

General corrosion to underside suspension and hub components.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner shoulder worn unevenly and lumpy. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner shoulder worn unevenly and lumpy. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jan 2025 101,008 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also so cuts but not showing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also some cuts no cords showing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Jan 2025 101,008 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear unable to test seat belt

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also so cuts but not showing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear unable to test seat belt

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also some cuts no cords showing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear unable to test seat belt

Pass 20 Dec 2023 92,273 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Dec 2022 84,000 miles

rear exhaust box joint corroded

Fail 22 Dec 2022 84,000 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

rear exhaust box joint corroded

Pass 6 Jan 2022 75,797 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm perished (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 67,113 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 56,153 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 45,320 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 38,689 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 38,688 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 32,581 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 29,174 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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AK12 FNJ is a 2012 Toyota Hilux in Silver with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK12 FNJ, 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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AK12 FNJ is a 2012 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 30 March 2012.

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