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EF53 CYL

2003 Toyota Yaris

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2023
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

119,871 mi
Last recorded119,871 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2022
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF53 CYL
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2022 119,871 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2022 119,871 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2021 107,965 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2021 107,961 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 101,670 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 94,279 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2019 94,274 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2018 86,009 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 86,003 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 83,619 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 77,933 miles

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

Offside Front Outer edges

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

Pass 23 Jul 2015 73,114 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 73,114 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 71,906 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 66,144 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

n/s/r tyre cracked/split on sidewall

Pass 15 Sep 2012 60,369 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 60,369 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 54,482 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 51,012 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2008 41,502 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 41,502 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 32,545 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 24,798 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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EF53 CYL is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 EF53 CYL, 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 EF53 CYL registered?

EF53 CYL is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is EF53 CYL safe to buy?

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