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EX53 UEJ

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

94,333 mi
Last recorded94,333 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 UEJ
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 94,333 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear underside heavily corroded

Pass 12 Aug 2025 93,409 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both front anti roll bar bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both front shock absorber casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake drum worn, but not excessively both sides brake drums corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

rear underside heavily corroded

Pass 28 Aug 2024 92,845 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 92,168 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear wheel binding

Pass 25 Aug 2022 91,355 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear underside heavily corroded

Pass 27 Aug 2021 90,868 miles

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

Nearside Rear inner sill corroded

Offside Rear inner sill corroded

Pass 24 Aug 2020 90,496 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear axel corroded

exhaust outer skin corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2018 89,042 miles

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

Front exhaust center box outer skin corroded

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 86,965 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 76,802 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 65,294 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 65,294 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 56,235 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 48,703 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 41,269 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 33,910 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 30,341 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 26,513 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 23,052 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 19,389 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 14,474 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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EX53 UEJ is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 EX53 UEJ, 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 EX53 UEJ registered?

EX53 UEJ is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is EX53 UEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 UEJ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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