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SW12 XZL

2012 Toyota Hilux

Green Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2025
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

146,274 mi
Last recorded146,274 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2024
Typical for 2012 Toyota Hilux77,987 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW12 XZL
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2024 146,274 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2024 146,274 miles

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

Steering column uj becoming stiff

Pass 18 Aug 2023 140,909 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2023 140,907 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Leaf spring main leaf fractured (5.3.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Aug 2022 135,537 miles

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

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

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

Fail 4 Aug 2022 135,483 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system From caliper to flexy. (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 132,050 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 132,050 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 128,137 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin suspect inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 123,415 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 123,415 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 100,928 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 96,040 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 82,558 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2016 82,558 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 67,483 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 XZL is a 2012 Toyota Hilux in Green with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 XZL, 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 XZL registered?

SW12 XZL is a 2012 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 25 July 2012.

Is SW12 XZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW12 XZL shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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