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FE53 GMU

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

88,585 mi
Last recorded88,585 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 GMU
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2023 88,585 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2023 88,585 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 78,300 miles

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

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

under-body surface corrosion

Fail 7 Nov 2022 78,300 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low o/s & n/s (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

under-body surface corrosion

Pass 15 Nov 2021 72,094 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2021 72,084 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 68,451 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Nov 2020 68,451 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 66,077 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s & n/s (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 63,701 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 62,278 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 60,331 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 58,481 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 56,671 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 53,260 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 49,926 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 49,926 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2011 46,914 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2010 42,926 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 42,926 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 38,762 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 33,143 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 24,024 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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FE53 GMU is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 FE53 GMU, 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 FE53 GMU registered?

FE53 GMU is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is FE53 GMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE53 GMU shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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