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ET03 ULB

2003 Toyota Yaris

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

157,342 mi
Last recorded157,342 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET03 ULB
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 157,342 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2025 157,342 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2024 152,719 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output JUST O.K. (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 146,926 miles

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2023 146,926 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 137,685 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2022 137,685 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2021 130,824 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2021 130,759 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 123,941 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH JUST ACCEPTABLE. (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive OIL FILTER CORRODED & LEAKING. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 117,506 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2019 117,471 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2018 109,097 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 101,323 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both n/s. (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Dec 2017 101,323 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both n/s. (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Dec 2016 91,427 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2016 91,427 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2016 82,718 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 72,928 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 62,753 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 53,955 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 44,683 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 42,131 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 36,512 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 31,439 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 28,734 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 24,727 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 20 Aug 2007 24,727 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 20,478 miles

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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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ET03 ULB is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

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 ET03 ULB, 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 ET03 ULB registered?

ET03 ULB is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 19 August 2003.

Is ET03 ULB safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET03 ULB shows 29 tests with a 72.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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