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ML12 VGV

2012 Toyota Hilux

Black Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

104,488 mi
Last recorded104,488 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Toyota Hilux77,987 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML12 VGV
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 104,488 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Overall vehicle condition corroded

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2025 104,485 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded at flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements peeling (0.1 (d))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced crossmember that supports prop shaft center mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis corroded and split at spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off damaged (0.1 (a))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively x2 (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff leaking and front bearing worn (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyre sidewalls perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

general all over corrosion on underside

Pass 4 Nov 2024 100,176 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2024 99,978 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively x2 (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Nearside Rear wheel bearing not tested due to binding brake

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 94,467 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2023 94,463 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at comp valve (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at comp valve (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded comp valve to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system comp valve to flexi (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Nov 2022 89,549 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material comp valve to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material comp valve to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 3 Nov 2022 89,547 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing x1 (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material comp valve to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material comp valve to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 83,131 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material comp valve to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 4 Nov 2021 83,129 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material comp valve to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 79,257 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2020 79,123 miles

Brake pivot has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2019 74,406 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 30 Oct 2019 74,406 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 68,005 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 56,455 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 45,256 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 33,095 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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ML12 VGV is a 2012 Toyota Hilux in Black with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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

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 ML12 VGV, 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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What year was ML12 VGV registered?

ML12 VGV is a 2012 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 29 August 2012.

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