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EJ03 XWG

2003 Toyota Yaris

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

114,514 mi
Last recorded114,514 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ03 XWG
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 114,514 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2025 113,440 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2025 113,440 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both front headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Sep 2023 111,690 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Unable to assess wheel bearing (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 22 Sep 2023 111,675 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Unable to assess wheel bearing (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2022 110,583 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output O/S,N/S (4.1.4 (b))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Oct 2022 110,583 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output O/S,N/S (4.1.4 (b))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working O/S,N/S (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 109,518 miles

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))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2020 108,436 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2019 107,517 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2019 107,517 miles

Front Headlamp has more than 1/2 LEDs not functioning (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 103,962 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 98,371 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 91,782 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 89,045 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2016 89,045 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 85,938 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 82,930 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 80,207 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 76,596 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 72,514 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2010 68,159 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 64,228 miles

O/S/F Seat belt attachment cover broken

Pass 31 Mar 2008 56,925 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 45,667 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 32,459 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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EJ03 XWG is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 EJ03 XWG, 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 EJ03 XWG registered?

EJ03 XWG is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 29 April 2003.

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