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LJ12 VTV

2012 Toyota Vitz

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,515 mi
Last recorded67,515 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Toyota Vitz50,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ12 VTV
MakeToyota
ModelVitz
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 67,515 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 63,852 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 61,929 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

nearside rear sidelight was not working at the start of the test but worked for the remainder

Pass 22 Aug 2022 98,360 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 98,360 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))

How Reliable is the Toyota Vitz?

Based on 9,901 MOT tests across 2,540 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
4,121
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 71
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LJ12 VTV is a 2012 Toyota Vitz in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Toyota Vitz models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 50,947 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 Vitz fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ12 VTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Vitz typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 14 years old, this Toyota Vitz is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ12 VTV registered?

LJ12 VTV is a 2012 Toyota Vitz, first registered on 1 July 2012.

Is LJ12 VTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ12 VTV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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