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YT12 EXJ

2012 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

138,651 mi
Last recorded138,651 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Toyota Avensis82,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT12 EXJ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 138,651 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 136,655 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wall scuffed

Fail 17 Jun 2025 136,655 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre wall scuffed

Pass 11 Jul 2024 133,843 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2024 133,843 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2023 127,657 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 119,151 miles
Fail 30 May 2022 119,151 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jun 2021 109,874 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2021 109,874 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 103,860 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2020 103,860 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2019 95,637 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 95,637 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 85,646 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 85,646 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 76,661 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 72,930 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 58,457 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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YT12 EXJ is a 2012 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YT12 EXJ, 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

How do I check the history of YT12 EXJ?

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What year was YT12 EXJ registered?

YT12 EXJ is a 2012 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is YT12 EXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT12 EXJ shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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