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AV53 MXK

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

68,159 mi
Last recorded68,159 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 MXK
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 68,159 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2025 68,159 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated at limit of travel (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 67,735 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 67,381 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 66,871 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 66,178 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 65,570 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bushes on both front anti-roll bar drop links deteriorated and worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both brake pipes to the rear flexible hoses corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Underside of the vehicle, including steering, suspension and braking components corroded

Pass 28 Aug 2019 64,967 miles

Front and rear suspension units corroded

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

Pass 3 Sep 2018 64,011 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 63,130 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 9 Oct 2017 63,130 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 20 Oct 2016 61,428 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 59,091 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 56,310 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 53,247 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 49,725 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 46,817 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 42,969 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 39,291 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 49,718 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 29,913 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 24,734 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2006 24,734 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Toyota Yaris?

Based on 9,038,234 MOT tests across 631,037 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
4,759
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
631,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 149,812
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 133,602
position lamp(s) not working 65,683
Stop lamp not working 58,922
Brake pipe excessively corroded 52,660
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AV53 MXK is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Yaris models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 61,835 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Yaris fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 149,812 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV53 MXK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Yaris typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Toyota Yaris is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV53 MXK registered?

AV53 MXK is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 10 October 2003.

Is AV53 MXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 MXK shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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