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HJ12 TKU

2012 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,075 mi
Last recorded36,075 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Transit98,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ12 TKU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 36,075 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Emergency exit sign deteriorated but still legible Window (9.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Multiple cuts in all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 34,895 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Emergency exit sign deteriorated but still legible Window (9.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Multiple cuts in all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 33,152 miles

13 seats fitted at time of test

Pass 9 Feb 2023 31,384 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2023 31,384 miles

Nearside Outer Emergency exit sign missing Sliding door (9.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 29,967 miles

13seats fitted at time of test

Fail 11 Feb 2022 29,967 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

13seats fitted at time of test

Pass 2 Feb 2021 29,089 miles

brake pipes above fuel tank

Pass 13 Feb 2020 28,843 miles

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

brake pipes above fuel tank

Pass 14 Feb 2019 27,094 miles

brake pipes above fuel tank

emissions to low to read

Pass 8 Feb 2018 24,330 miles

brake pipes above fuel tank

emissions to low to read

Pass 18 Feb 2017 20,812 miles

brake pipes above fuel tank

Pass 15 Feb 2016 17,177 miles

brake pipes above fuel tank

emissions to low to read

Pass 16 Feb 2015 13,017 miles

brake pipes above fuel tank

emissions to low to read

Pass 19 Feb 2014 7,738 miles

brake pipes above fuel tank

emissions to low to read

Pass 17 Jan 2013 2,646 miles

brake pipes above fuel tank

emissions to low to read

How Reliable is the Ford Transit?

Based on 16,371,688 MOT tests across 1,454,648 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
7,998
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,454,648
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 551,926
Brake pipe excessively corroded 469,823
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 469,369
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 418,048
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 414,266
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HJ12 TKU is a 2012 Ford Transit in White with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2012 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 98,194 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 551,926 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJ12 TKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 14 years old, this Ford Transit is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HJ12 TKU registered?

HJ12 TKU is a 2012 Ford Transit, first registered on 19 March 2012.

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The MOT history for HJ12 TKU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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