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OW12 LJY

2012 Toyota Estima

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 2362cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

196,589 mi
Last recorded196,589 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Toyota Estima83,853 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW12 LJY
MakeToyota
ModelEstima
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine2,362cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 196,589 miles

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both side (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2024 191,305 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2024 191,303 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2023 99,955 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 90,091 miles

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Nearside and offside rear

Fail 8 Nov 2022 90,091 miles

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Nearside and offside rear

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 83,180 miles

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Nearside and offside rear (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Nearside and offside front tyre's worn on edge's

Fail 3 Dec 2021 83,149 miles

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

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

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Nearside and offside rear (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Nearside and offside front tyre's worn on edge's

Pass 10 Jun 2021 78,097 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

How Reliable is the Toyota Estima?

Based on 210,672 MOT tests across 28,466 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
7,341
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
28,466
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,826
fog lamp not working 4,768
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,765
position lamp(s) not working 3,374
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 3,347
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OW12 LJY is a 2012 Toyota Estima in Grey with a 2,362cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Toyota Estima models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 83,853 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 Estima fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,826 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OW12 LJY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Estima typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 14 years old, this Toyota Estima is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OW12 LJY?

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What year was OW12 LJY registered?

OW12 LJY is a 2012 Toyota Estima, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is OW12 LJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW12 LJY shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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