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LA12 WRL

2012 Toyota Estima

Maroon Hybrid electric (clean) 2360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

166,498 mi
Last recorded166,498 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Estima83,853 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA12 WRL
MakeToyota
ModelEstima
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine2,360cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 166,498 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside front and both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 149,977 miles

Rear discs slightly pitted

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

Pass 13 Feb 2025 148,237 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 131,586 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2024 130,878 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Nearside front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Offside front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Position lamp not working Offside front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Tyre has ply or cords exposed Nearside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 115,574 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2022 97,006 miles

front and rear brake pads low

Fail 28 Feb 2022 97,006 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

front and rear brake pads low

Pass 10 Mar 2021 79,833 miles

front and rear pads low front discs worn

Fail 2 Mar 2021 79,746 miles

Position lamp not working Near side front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 63,991 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2020 63,991 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

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

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 WRL is a 2012 Toyota Estima in Maroon with a 2,360cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WRL, 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.

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What year was LA12 WRL registered?

LA12 WRL is a 2012 Toyota Estima, first registered on 11 July 2012.

Is LA12 WRL safe to buy?

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