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FH53 HBN

2003 Toyota Yaris

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

50,384 mi
Last recorded50,384 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 HBN
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 50,384 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2026 50,382 miles

Central Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Central Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2025 47,383 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension components flaking/corroded

Pass 20 Jan 2024 43,860 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Suspension components flaking/corroded

Pass 17 Jan 2023 39,778 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s & o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Jan 2022 36,398 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s & o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jan 2021 32,927 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 30,204 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 29,565 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 28,806 miles

rear axle bushes deteriorating

slight wear in o/s steering joint

Pass 14 Jan 2017 28,091 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 27,242 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 23,707 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 23,222 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 22,958 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 22,409 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 21,840 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 21,276 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 20,261 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 20,261 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Dec 2007 14,769 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 18 Dec 2006 9,779 miles

child seat fitted to nearside rear seat belt

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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FH53 HBN is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 FH53 HBN, 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

How do I check the history of FH53 HBN?

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What year was FH53 HBN registered?

FH53 HBN is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is FH53 HBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH53 HBN shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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