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HJ12 VLG

2012 Toyota Hilux

White Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,093 mi
Last recorded62,093 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Hilux77,987 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ12 VLG
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 62,093 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output lamp damaged (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lamp damaged (4.5.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 56,207 miles

Offside Rear bumper edge damaged

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

Pass 22 Apr 2024 54,985 miles

Offside Rear bumper edge damage

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

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

Fail 18 Apr 2024 54,977 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear bumper edge damage

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2023 53,833 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2022 52,632 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2021 50,172 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 46,023 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Mar 2020 46,023 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 41,302 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2019 41,300 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

parking brake lever has limited reserve travel

Pass 26 Mar 2018 36,280 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2017 30,454 miles

offside front tyre slightly out of shape

offside rear light lens cracked

rear number plate cracked

Pass 23 Mar 2016 25,849 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 21,222 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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HJ12 VLG is a 2012 Toyota Hilux in White with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HJ12 VLG, 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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HJ12 VLG is a 2012 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 30 March 2012.

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