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FA03 VCM

2003 Toyota Yaris

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

93,623 mi
Last recorded93,623 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 VCM
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 93,623 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 90,911 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))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 87,804 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 84,918 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 81,168 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 78,792 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 77,936 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass missing (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 77,651 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 77,651 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 77,115 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 76,349 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 74,943 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 73,640 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 72,454 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 70,956 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 69,244 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 67,512 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside front tyre has a small cut on tread

Pass 4 Nov 2008 65,691 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 64,080 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 54,983 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 54,983 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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FA03 VCM is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 FA03 VCM, 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 FA03 VCM registered?

FA03 VCM is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 9 August 2003.

Is FA03 VCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA03 VCM shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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