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BG53 UTF

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Lpg 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

201,880 mi
Last recorded201,880 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 UTF
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2022 201,880 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 198,973 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 198,973 miles

Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2020 176,342 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 161,136 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 149,496 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018 149,496 miles

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 18 Aug 2017 133,825 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 130,668 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 122,678 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 114,974 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 111,906 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 108,651 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 108,651 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 100,430 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2012 100,430 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 89,679 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2010 89,676 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Oct 2009 80,862 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 71,725 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2008 71,725 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Nov 2007 61,155 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 52,140 miles

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 UTF is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 1,299cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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

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 UTF, 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.

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BG53 UTF is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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