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FJ12 VVA

2012 Toyota Vitz

Black Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

79,018 mi
Last recorded79,018 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Vitz50,947 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ12 VVA
MakeToyota
ModelVitz
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 79,018 miles

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

Fail 5 Jan 2026 79,018 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED fitted to a halogen headlamp (4.1.4 (c))

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

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED fitted to a halogen headlamp (4.1.4 (c))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 70,132 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Dec 2024 70,130 miles

Nearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 65,805 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Vitz?

Based on 9,901 MOT tests across 2,540 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
4,121
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 71
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FJ12 VVA is a 2012 Toyota Vitz in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2012 Toyota Vitz models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 50,947 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 Vitz fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ12 VVA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Vitz typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 14 years old, this Toyota Vitz is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FJ12 VVA registered?

FJ12 VVA is a 2012 Toyota Vitz, first registered on 1 August 2012.

Is FJ12 VVA safe to buy?

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