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EX03 YWU

2003 Toyota Yaris

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

118,204 mi
Last recorded118,204 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 YWU
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2016 118,204 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre perished

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 24 Feb 2016 118,204 miles

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre perished

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 11 Feb 2015 107,712 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 107,712 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 95,938 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2014 95,938 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 16 Feb 2013 86,029 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2013 86,029 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 77,830 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2011 69,937 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 65,896 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 61,338 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

hi-level stop light is not working.

Pass 17 Feb 2009 61,338 miles

hi-level stop light is not working.

Pass 29 Jan 2008 57,236 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2008 57,236 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2007 40,287 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

sticker on windscreen

Pass 23 Feb 2006 27,912 miles

Nearside front tyre has a scuff on its outer side wall.

Nearside front wiper not clearing the screen.

Offside front tyre has a scuff on its outer side wall.

Fail 23 Feb 2006 27,912 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front tyre has a scuff on its outer side wall.

Nearside front wiper not clearing the screen.

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside front tyre has a scuff on its outer side wall.

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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EX03 YWU is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 EX03 YWU, 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 EX03 YWU registered?

EX03 YWU is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is EX03 YWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX03 YWU shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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