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BG53 USU

2003 Toyota Yaris

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

103,169 mi
Last recorded103,169 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 USU
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 103,169 miles

n/s/r and o/s/r inner sill corrosion

Pass 21 Nov 2024 100,849 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2024 100,849 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 98,081 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 95,018 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 92,453 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 89,561 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 86,071 miles

brake pedal anti -- slip devise slightly worn

Pass 21 Nov 2018 80,993 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 75,183 miles

brake pedal anti -- slip devise slightly worn

Pass 30 Nov 2016 69,274 miles

brake pedal rubber slightly worn

Fail 30 Nov 2016 69,272 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam [ aim not checked ] (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

brake pedal rubber slightly worn

Pass 25 Nov 2015 62,745 miles

mild wiper mark on front screen

Fail 20 Nov 2014 55,782 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 55,782 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 48,784 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 41,673 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 34,258 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Nov 2010 26,187 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 26,187 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 16,558 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 7,346 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 6,030 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 4,862 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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BG53 USU is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BG53 USU, 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 BG53 USU registered?

BG53 USU is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is BG53 USU safe to buy?

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