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VE12 XSJ

2012 Toyota Hilux

Black Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

147,527 mi
Last recorded147,527 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Hilux77,987 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE12 XSJ
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 147,527 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Upper Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush All. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2025 138,915 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 21 May 2025 138,892 miles

Central Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TOO REAR PIPE (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TOO REAR PIPE (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material COMPENSATOR TO BRAKE HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 Nov 2024 138,888 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded Both. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 124,936 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes to and from load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 28 Oct 2022 124,930 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes to and from load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 109,956 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Downpipe stud/nut missing (6.1.2 (a))

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

Handbrake travels

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 26 Aug 2021 109,956 miles

Central Rear Seat belt damaged Cut (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Exhaust mounting defective Downpipe stud/nut missing (6.1.2 (a))

Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier Clamp bolt insecure (inner) (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Handbrake travels

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 97,552 miles

Central Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 89,182 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 80,656 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 66,389 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 52,100 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 52,100 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 32,869 miles

both front and rear tyres are worn on edges

exhaust centre/rear join is corroded

nearside rear tyre cut but cannot see cords

Fail 31 Jul 2015 32,869 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front and rear tyres are worn on edges

exhaust centre/rear join is corroded

nearside rear tyre cut but cannot see cords

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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VE12 XSJ is a 2012 Toyota Hilux in Black 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 VE12 XSJ, 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 VE12 XSJ registered?

VE12 XSJ is a 2012 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 13 July 2012.

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