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YR12 UYB

2012 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

102,118 mi
Last recorded102,118 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Avensis82,470 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR12 UYB
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 102,118 miles

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

brake fluid cap missing

Pass 15 Sep 2025 93,847 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2025 85,632 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2024 80,650 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2024 80,114 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2024 72,271 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 62,919 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 54,096 miles

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 45,449 miles

Offside Front head light dim

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources bulb out (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 39,753 miles

Nearside Headlamp Light intensity slightly reduced

Pass 19 Nov 2021 37,444 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 Feb 2021 31,604 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both ()

Pass 10 Feb 2020 28,530 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 ()

Pass 8 Feb 2019 24,244 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 8 Feb 2019 24,244 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Jan 2018 20,787 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 17,966 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 14,918 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 11,949 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Avensis?

Based on 3,497,866 MOT tests across 274,257 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
7,477
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
274,257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 106,316
position lamp(s) not working 82,254
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 59,558
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49,676
Brake pipe excessively corroded 43,472
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YR12 UYB is a 2012 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2012 Toyota Avensis models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 82,470 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Avensis fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 106,316 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YR12 UYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Avensis typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 14 years old, this Toyota Avensis is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YR12 UYB registered?

YR12 UYB is a 2012 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 22 March 2012.

Is YR12 UYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR12 UYB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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