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SM12 YYN

2012 Toyota Hilux

Green Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

179,045 mi
Last recorded179,045 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2023
Typical for 2012 Toyota Hilux77,987 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 YYN
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2023 179,045 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Fail 8 Dec 2023 179,045 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 13 Dec 2022 172,114 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2022 172,114 miles

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

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the cab is impaired outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the cab is impaired outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Dec 2021 165,814 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel hose deteriorated fuel filler neck pipes (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 155,477 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 153,752 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2020 153,661 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 143,979 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 143,971 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded all rear from load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe excessively corroded both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake inoperative on one side offside reading low (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear both (4.7.1 (a))

offside rear brake backing plate damp and suspect a leaking wheel cylinder

Pass 14 Mar 2018 129,113 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 129,105 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 108,036 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 72,398 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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SM12 YYN is a 2012 Toyota Hilux in Green with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 SM12 YYN, 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 SM12 YYN registered?

SM12 YYN is a 2012 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 30 July 2012.

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