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OW12 LKU

2012 Toyota Estima

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 2360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

114,000 mi
Last recorded114,000 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Estima83,853 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW12 LKU
MakeToyota
ModelEstima
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine2,360cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 114,000 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2025 99,214 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Jan 2025 99,214 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 84,100 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 53,063 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 46,263 miles

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 LKU is a 2012 Toyota Estima in Grey with a 2,360cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LKU, 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

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What year was OW12 LKU registered?

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

Is OW12 LKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW12 LKU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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