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EK12 EFU

2012 Toyota Urban Cruiser

Silver Diesel 1364cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,913 mi
Last recorded50,913 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Urban Cruiser54,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK12 EFU
MakeToyota
ModelUrban Cruiser
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 50,913 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2026 50,913 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 47,734 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2025 47,734 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2024 41,597 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 32,194 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 29,213 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 26,616 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 25,304 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 22,201 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 18,395 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 14,086 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 10,811 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2016 10,811 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 7,413 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Urban Cruiser?

Based on 68,971 MOT tests across 4,758 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
5,710
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
4,758
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 577
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 558
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 501
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EK12 EFU is a 2012 Toyota Urban Cruiser in Silver with a 1,364cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Toyota Urban Cruiser models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 54,760 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 Urban Cruiser fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 577 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK12 EFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Urban Cruiser typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Toyota Urban Cruiser is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK12 EFU registered?

EK12 EFU is a 2012 Toyota Urban Cruiser, first registered on 12 April 2012.

Is EK12 EFU safe to buy?

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