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SW12 RAU

2012 Toyota Hilux

Grey Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

93,111 mi
Last recorded93,111 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Toyota Hilux77,987 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW12 RAU
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 93,111 miles

Corrosion on vehicle underside & running gear

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 88,606 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 22 Oct 2024 88,602 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg at anchor mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Oct 2023 80,909 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2023 80,734 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe to nearside rear hose corroded and leaking (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system pipe to hose (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 67,014 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2022 67,011 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

o/s/f tyre low on air

Pass 17 Feb 2022 62,626 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front at weight / load valve (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 55,739 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 49,168 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2019 41,788 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2019 41,788 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2018 34,111 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 26,050 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 26,050 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 20,548 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 15,074 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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SW12 RAU is a 2012 Toyota Hilux in Grey with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 SW12 RAU, 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 SW12 RAU registered?

SW12 RAU is a 2012 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is SW12 RAU safe to buy?

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