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GY12 XGL

2012 Toyota Hilux

Gold Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

65,416 mi
Last recorded65,416 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Hilux77,987 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY12 XGL
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2012
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 65,416 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2026 65,413 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 62,630 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 61,652 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Feb 2024 61,652 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 59,725 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 63,368 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 52,866 miles

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 46,656 miles

Front Number plate slightly damaged

Fail 6 Jun 2019 46,656 miles

Front Number plate slightly damaged

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 May 2018 40,159 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 May 2018 40,159 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2017 34,025 miles

Front Both sides front tyres worn on edges.

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 24,634 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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GY12 XGL is a 2012 Toyota Hilux in Gold with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GY12 XGL, 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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What year was GY12 XGL registered?

GY12 XGL is a 2012 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 22 June 2012.

Is GY12 XGL safe to buy?

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