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WJ62 EKG

2012 Toyota Hilux

Black Diesel 2982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

139,086 mi
Last recorded139,086 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Hilux77,987 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ62 EKG
MakeToyota
ModelHilux
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,982cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 139,086 miles

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

Rear diff slightly leaking

Underneath and buck corrosion but not excessive

Fail 9 Feb 2026 138,734 miles

Nearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Rear diff slightly leaking

Underneath and buck corrosion but not excessive

Pass 7 Feb 2025 124,573 miles

Offside Rear Corrosion appearing where chassis meets buck

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

Pass 9 Feb 2024 107,641 miles

underside of vehicle covered in underseal

Pass 24 Nov 2022 102,653 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2022 102,590 miles

Central Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (Fuel tank Cross-member) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (Forward Spring Hanger) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2021 96,060 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2021 96,040 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 91,070 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 86,990 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 81,428 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 67,675 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 53,973 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 36,530 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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WJ62 EKG is a 2012 Toyota Hilux in Black with a 2,982cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WJ62 EKG, 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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WJ62 EKG is a 2012 Toyota Hilux, first registered on 1 September 2012.

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