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FE53 YUT

2003 Toyota Yaris

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2023
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

76,111 mi
Last recorded76,111 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 YUT
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2022 76,111 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 70,378 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))

Fail 2 Dec 2021 70,378 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 67,724 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 65,877 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Nov 2019 65,836 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 64,382 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 62,163 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 62,163 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 59,319 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2015 55,711 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 55,711 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Beam pattern projected not sufficient. (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 9 Dec 2014 50,921 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp lenses starting to go cloudy

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wiper rubbers split

Pass 9 Dec 2014 50,921 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp lenses starting to go cloudy

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wiper rubbers split

Pass 4 Dec 2013 46,634 miles

Both rear & F/O/S tyre walls perished

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Dec 2012 42,182 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2012 42,112 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 37,612 miles

all 4 tyres are cracking on the side walls due to old age.

Pass 26 Nov 2010 35,707 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 34,096 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 32,672 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 27,583 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 20,512 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2006 20,512 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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 YUT is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 YUT, 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 YUT registered?

FE53 YUT is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is FE53 YUT safe to buy?

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