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BK53 HLZ

2003 Toyota Yaris

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

59,328 mi
Last recorded59,328 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 HLZ
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 59,328 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 May 2026 59,328 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2025 57,608 miles
Fail 23 May 2025 57,606 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 May 2024 55,548 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 May 2023 53,002 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 3 May 2023 53,001 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 May 2022 50,293 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both n/s and o/s, front to rear brake pipes. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracks on both n/s and o/s tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 May 2021 47,553 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 45,251 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes, and both rear pipes. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bushes on both n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 43,640 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bushes on both n/s and o/s. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated All four pipes. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear brake pipes. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bushes on both n/s and o/s arms. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 42,340 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear pipes at rear joints. (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 8 May 2017 40,499 miles

Front drop link bushes worn.

Pass 18 May 2016 39,270 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 May 2016 39,270 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 May 2015 37,989 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 37,395 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 37,395 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2013 35,200 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 32,195 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

N/S/F tyre has multiple cuts in outer sidewall. No cords showing.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 27,920 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 24,506 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 19,277 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 19,277 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 16,493 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 13,810 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 13,810 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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BK53 HLZ is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 BK53 HLZ, 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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What year was BK53 HLZ registered?

BK53 HLZ is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 16 September 2003.

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