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MV12 VLJ

2012 Toyota Hilux

Red Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,878 mi
Last recorded46,878 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Hilux77,987 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV12 VLJ
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 1 May 2026 46,878 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear toe bar corroded

chassis heavily corroded

Pass 1 May 2025 44,949 miles

chassis corroded

Pass 29 Apr 2024 43,674 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 41,177 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 40,045 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 39,040 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 38,144 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 36,934 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 36,015 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 34,685 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 33,561 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 31,674 miles

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

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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MV12 VLJ is a 2012 Toyota Hilux in Red with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MV12 VLJ, 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 MV12 VLJ registered?

MV12 VLJ is a 2012 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 15 March 2012.

Is MV12 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV12 VLJ shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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