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ML12 VHC

2012 Toyota Hilux

Black Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2023
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

89,089 mi
Last recorded89,089 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2022
Typical for 2012 Toyota Hilux77,987 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2022 89,089 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

underside coated in mud

undertray/engine cover fitted

Fail 14 Oct 2022 89,087 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

underside coated in mud

undertray/engine cover fitted

Pass 21 Sep 2021 85,720 miles

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

UNDERTRAY/ENGINE COVER FITTED

body damage all round

timing belt due soon

underside of vehicle coated in mud

Fail 15 Sep 2021 85,718 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

UNDERTRAY/ENGINE COVER FITTED

body damage all round

timing belt due soon

underside of vehicle coated in mud

Pass 18 Sep 2020 81,762 miles

Body work damaged

Central Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Undertray fitted

Vehicle coated in mud not allowing full inspection

Fail 17 Sep 2020 81,762 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Body work damaged

Central Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Undertray fitted

Vehicle coated in mud not allowing full inspection

Pass 11 Sep 2019 76,548 miles

Both rear tyres tread wearing low

Centre bearing slight play

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

Undertray fitted to vehicle

Vehicle coated in mud

Water in fuel light on dash

Fail 11 Sep 2019 76,548 miles

Both rear tyres tread wearing low

Centre bearing slight play

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Undertray fitted to vehicle

Vehicle coated in mud

Water in fuel light on dash

Pass 27 Sep 2017 62,683 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front bumper has damage

centre exhaust heat shield loose, rattling on exhaust

sump guards fitted

vehicle dirty when presented, underside covered in mud

Pass 16 Sep 2016 53,692 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner shoulder

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front tyre worn on inner shoulder

service lamp illuminated

under trays/sump guards fitted

vehicle underside caked in mud

Fail 16 Sep 2016 53,962 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner shoulder

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front tyre worn on inner shoulder

service lamp illuminated

under trays/sump guards fitted

vehicle underside caked in mud

Pass 8 Oct 2015 45,120 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 44,227 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 VHC is a 2012 Toyota Hilux in Black with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 VHC, 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 VHC registered?

ML12 VHC is a 2012 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 14 August 2012.

Is ML12 VHC safe to buy?

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