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EO53 VCN

2003 Toyota Yaris

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

99,513 mi
Last recorded99,513 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO53 VCN
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 99,513 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 99,475 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 99,033 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2024 99,033 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 95,969 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2023 95,969 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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))

Pass 22 Jan 2022 88,478 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 82,079 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2021 82,079 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2020 75,450 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2020 75,450 miles

Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. space saver fitted to offside front (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 73,404 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 72,395 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 70,624 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 70,622 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 66,131 miles

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

n/s/f head lamp slightly faded

n/s/r tyre slightly perished on inner and outer tread

Pass 1 Feb 2014 55,809 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2013 48,110 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Feb 2013 48,110 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 42,001 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 40,370 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 33,350 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 28,512 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2007 24,392 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 17,984 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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EO53 VCN is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 EO53 VCN, 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 EO53 VCN registered?

EO53 VCN is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is EO53 VCN safe to buy?

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