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SY62 LNJ

2012 Toyota Hilux

Grey Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

135,792 mi
Last recorded135,792 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Hilux77,987 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY62 LNJ
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 135,792 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced radiator support (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced tub (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear leaf springs corroded

Fail 25 Feb 2026 135,780 miles

Central Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front spring hanger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front spring hanger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced radiator support (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear both springs in poor condition

Pass 4 Dec 2024 121,672 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Radiator support corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 117,160 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2023 117,073 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Body mounting fixings insecure rear tub corroded (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring anchor braket (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Body mounting fixings insecure tub mounting corroded (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

chassis corroded

Pass 16 Dec 2022 113,738 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

brake pipes undersealed

underside and components corroded

Pass 25 Oct 2021 109,899 miles

advise corrosion to exhaust flange

Pass 29 Oct 2020 105,023 miles

Advise corrosion to underside of vehicle,chassis and suspension components

Pass 16 Oct 2019 99,172 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2018 93,312 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2018 93,312 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 84,262 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 84,261 miles

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 76,899 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 76,899 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 59,243 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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SY62 LNJ is a 2012 Toyota Hilux in Grey with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SY62 LNJ, 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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SY62 LNJ is a 2012 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 14 November 2012.

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