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FE03 BTU

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2024
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

122,082 mi
Last recorded122,082 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE03 BTU
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2023 122,082 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2023 122,082 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2022 101,278 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front Wearing On Edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 100,151 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge, (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear axle mounts both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Jan 2022 100,107 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated Both sides (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear axle mounts both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 97,894 miles

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))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 95,760 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 92,285 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2019 92,285 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2018 88,151 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 83,743 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 77,843 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2015 71,897 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 64,881 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 58,437 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 52,347 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 47,149 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 41,695 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 36,967 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 32,079 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 26,394 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 19,906 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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FE03 BTU is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 FE03 BTU, 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 FE03 BTU registered?

FE03 BTU is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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