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DG12 VNW

2012 Toyota Auris

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

147,059 mi
Last recorded147,059 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Toyota Auris56,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG12 VNW
MakeToyota
ModelAuris
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 147,059 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre bracket (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6mm and both edges wearing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm and inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 135,575 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 13 Nov 2024 135,575 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 123,181 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 113,938 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 104,126 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 93,105 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 82,836 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2018 71,208 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 59,365 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 48,224 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 48,018 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 36,081 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 22,320 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Toyota Auris?

Based on 2,200,162 MOT tests across 179,856 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,114
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
179,856
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,783
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,597
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,275
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 7,890
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DG12 VNW is a 2012 Toyota Auris in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Toyota Auris models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 56,095 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Auris fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 13,783 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG12 VNW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Auris typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Toyota Auris is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DG12 VNW registered?

DG12 VNW is a 2012 Toyota Auris, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is DG12 VNW safe to buy?

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