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HMZ 8978

2012 Toyota Hilux

Black Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

101,742 mi
Last recorded101,742 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Hilux77,987 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHMZ 8978
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 101,742 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 95,412 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 91,735 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 86,438 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 81,384 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 75,358 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 69,912 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 59,739 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 45,963 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 39,705 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 39,705 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 May 2015 33,186 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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HMZ 8978 is a 2012 Toyota Hilux in Black with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 HMZ 8978, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HMZ 8978?

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What year was HMZ 8978 registered?

HMZ 8978 is a 2012 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 9 May 2012.

Is HMZ 8978 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HMZ 8978 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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