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SL12 OVW

2012 Toyota Hilux

Grey Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

147,741 mi
Last recorded147,741 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Hilux77,987 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL12 OVW
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 147,741 miles

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Chassis above rear axle (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2026 147,741 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both top bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Chassis above rear axle (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 9 May 2025 130,026 miles

Offside Front Lower Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 May 2025 130,026 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 May 2024 112,149 miles

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

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

under trays fitted full inspection not possible

Pass 16 May 2023 101,611 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 16 May 2023 101,611 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2022 93,904 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 84,128 miles

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. weaker (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2019 72,014 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 62,438 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 54,185 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded X2 FROM VALVE BLOCK (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front BACKING PLATE CORRODED

engine cover/undertray fitted

Pass 9 Mar 2016 47,689 miles

coolant expansion tank cap missing

under trays fitted

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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SL12 OVW is a 2012 Toyota Hilux in Grey with a 2,982cc 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 SL12 OVW, 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 SL12 OVW registered?

SL12 OVW is a 2012 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 29 March 2012.

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