2012 Toyota Urban Cruiser 1.3L Petrol · SA12 HDF
2012 Toyota Urban Cruiser (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2012. Recorded mileage 114,445 miles. MOT valid until 13/10/2026. Taxed until 01/06/2027.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA URBAN CRUISER
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/10/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/06/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 114,445 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1329cc
SA12 HDF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/10/2025
- 114,445 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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SA12 HDF Mileage History
- 12/10/202397,162 mi
- 09/10/2024105,486 mi+8,324 mi
- 10/10/2024105,487 mi+1 mi
- 08/10/2025114,440 mi+8,953 mi
- 10/10/2025114,445 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 8,660 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SA12 HDF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Toyota Urban Cruiser (SA12 HDF) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))”; “Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
Expert automotive synthesis from historical MOT defect records and market benchmarks.
Our Verdict
This 2012 Toyota Urban Cruiser is a reasonable buy for a budget-minded buyer, but the repeated MOT failures with no recorded defects are a caution flag. Inspect the vehicle thoroughly and confirm why it failed twice before purchase.
Before buying this Urban Cruiser, ask the seller for the full MOT failure documentation from 2024-10-09 and 2025-10-08, as both failures show no defects recorded — this often means an administrative issue, missed paperwork, or a tester error rather than a mechanical fault, but you should verify. Check for a complete service history, as a 1.3-litre petrol Toyota of this age benefits from documented cambelt or chain checks and regular maintenance to stay reliable.
The 1329cc petrol engine in this Urban Cruiser typically offers modest fuel economy suited to town and light motorway use, though exact figures are not in the provided data. Road tax for a 2012 petrol car of this size is usually in a lower band, and insurance groups for the model are generally affordable, keeping everyday costs contained.
The MOT history shows failures on 2024-10-09 at 105,486 miles and 2025-10-08 at 114,440 miles with no defects recorded, so physically inspect the car for any hidden issues a tester might have caught — check brakes, tyres, lights, and suspension thoroughly despite the clean subsequent passes. Confirm the silver bodywork and 1.3-litre engine match the registration and look for corrosion on sills and arches common to older vehicles.
The silver 2012 Toyota Urban Cruiser (SA12HDF) shows a consistent MOT pass history from 2023 to 2025, with the latest clean pass at 114,445 miles on 2025-10-10. However, in both 2024 and 2025 the vehicle failed its MOT the day before passing with near-identical mileage and no defects listed, which is unusual. At just over 114k miles for a 14-year-old petrol car, the mileage is around typical for the age, and no aggregate model reliability data is available to compare against.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Toyota Urban Cruiser, so this assessment relies solely on the individual vehicle's history provided.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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