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SA12 ZRJ

2012 Toyota Hilux

Black Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

142,493 mi
Last recorded142,493 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Hilux77,987 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA12 ZRJ
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 142,493 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 31 May 2023 109,021 miles

Nearside Front Outer Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 May 2022 103,543 miles

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

spanner light illuminated

Fail 16 May 2022 103,541 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded all at compensator (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Road wheel distorted to the extent the tyre is likely to become detached rim (5.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

spanner light illuminated

Pass 19 May 2021 95,378 miles

Front headlamps going dull

Fail 19 May 2021 95,377 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 39% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front headlamps going dull

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 May 2020 86,563 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear by rear load valve (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 26 May 2020 86,563 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear by rear load valve (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 May 2019 78,622 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 69,292 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 58,534 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 46,886 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 38,118 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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SA12 ZRJ is a 2012 Toyota Hilux in Black with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SA12 ZRJ, 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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SA12 ZRJ is a 2012 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 1 June 2012.

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