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CU53 ZCA

2003 Toyota Yaris

Blue Diesel 1363cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

62,485 mi
Last recorded62,485 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 ZCA
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,363cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 62,485 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSIS /WELDED (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 61,149 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2023 59,759 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security INNER SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 57,191 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 55,039 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 55,039 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 51,946 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2020 51,946 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2019 49,083 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 46,047 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2018 46,039 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 42,865 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 31 Aug 2017 42,864 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 42,262 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 41,542 miles

Both front brake backing plates corroded

Right hand rear tyre perished

Pass 12 Aug 2014 39,859 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 38,534 miles

Corrosion to both front brake backing plates

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Left hand front tyre wall cut but not exposing ply

Pass 31 Aug 2012 37,214 miles

Both front brake discs slightly corroded

Both rear tyres perished slightly

Pass 2 Sep 2011 34,979 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 33,283 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front left hand tyre wall cut

Pass 12 Aug 2009 30,554 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 28,596 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 31 Aug 2007 25,247 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 18,876 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

n/s/f tyre sidewall damaged

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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CU53 ZCA is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Blue with a 1,363cc diesel 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 CU53 ZCA, 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 CU53 ZCA registered?

CU53 ZCA is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is CU53 ZCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU53 ZCA shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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