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SM62 TFU

2012 Toyota Hilux

Red Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

139,167 mi
Last recorded139,167 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2023
Typical for 2012 Toyota Hilux77,987 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM62 TFU
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2023 139,167 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 114,645 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2021 114,645 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 95,299 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at load valve (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at load valve (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 80,426 miles

Central Rear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From load valve to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at load valve (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From load valve to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at load valve (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 10 Dec 2019 80,426 miles

Central Rear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From load valve to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at load valve (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From load valve to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at load valve (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 62,864 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 45,406 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 35,394 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. park brake (3.7.B.5b)

various stones in rear tyres

Fail 26 Nov 2016 35,394 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured 3rd leaf (2.4.B.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. park brake (3.7.B.5b)

various stones in rear tyres

Pass 7 Dec 2015 27,651 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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SM62 TFU is a 2012 Toyota Hilux in Red with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SM62 TFU, 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 SM62 TFU registered?

SM62 TFU is a 2012 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 14 December 2012.

Is SM62 TFU safe to buy?

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