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DX53 FTA

2003 Toyota Yaris

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

86,310 mi
Last recorded86,310 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 FTA
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2022 86,310 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both lamps (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2022 86,310 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both lamps (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 82,370 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2021 82,370 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s and n/s (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 78,467 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 74,613 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 69,753 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 65,807 miles

Offside Rear brakes binding slightly

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 62,744 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 57,115 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 49,878 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2013 44,475 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2013 44,475 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2012 41,247 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 41,247 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 35,027 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 31,290 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 25,466 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 20,816 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 20,816 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 16,294 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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DX53 FTA is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 DX53 FTA, 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 DX53 FTA registered?

DX53 FTA is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is DX53 FTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX53 FTA shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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