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LA12 VJY

2012 Toyota Estima

White Petrol 2362cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

196,806 mi
Last recorded196,806 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Toyota Estima83,853 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA12 VJY
MakeToyota
ModelEstima
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,362cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 196,806 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 194,915 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 190,549 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2022 180,675 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2022 180,675 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2022 178,281 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 148,492 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 158,572 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 144,514 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 132,340 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 132,245 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 132,084 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 132,084 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 117,888 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2017 96,492 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 96,388 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 77,752 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 53,600 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 40,155 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 38,745 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 35,802 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 35,802 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 19,967 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 6,286 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 9,769 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Estima?

Based on 210,672 MOT tests across 28,466 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
7,341
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
28,466
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,826
fog lamp not working 4,768
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,765
position lamp(s) not working 3,374
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 3,347
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LA12 VJY is a 2012 Toyota Estima in White with a 2,362cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

Across all 2012 Toyota Estima models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 83,853 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Estima fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,826 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA12 VJY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Estima typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 14 years old, this Toyota Estima is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LA12 VJY registered?

LA12 VJY is a 2012 Toyota Estima, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is LA12 VJY safe to buy?

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