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NJ62 HJY

2012 Toyota Hilux

Black Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

119,594 mi
Last recorded119,594 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Toyota Hilux77,987 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ62 HJY
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 119,594 miles

7 pin tow bar electrics adapter fitted, unable to test.

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All, coated with underseal. Slight corrosion present near ends of pipes. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All, Corrosion present, arms undersealed, doesn't appear structural (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both, worn on inside. (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion present, chassis undersealed, doesn't appear structural (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2025 119,582 miles

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

7 pin tow bar electrics adapter fitted, unable to test.

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All, coated with underseal. Slight corrosion present near ends of pipes. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All, Corrosion present, arms undersealed, doesn't appear structural (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both, worn on inside. (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion present, chassis undersealed, doesn't appear structural (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 117,791 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inside edges

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases DPF (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Nov 2024 117,791 miles

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

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded load valve to flexible (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front leaf spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded at inner wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded load valve to flexible (1.1.11 (c))

Both rear tyres worn on inside edges

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases DPF (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 110,630 miles

All brake pipes corroded

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 103,512 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases after dpf (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material after brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 99,096 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 91,696 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 91,690 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position not open (6.2.1 (e))

Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board rear pipe broken (6.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Sep 2019 81,756 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 66,164 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 53,016 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 38,647 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2016 38,647 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 6,267 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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NJ62 HJY is a 2012 Toyota Hilux in Black with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 NJ62 HJY, 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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NJ62 HJY is a 2012 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 28 September 2012.

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