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FJ53 DFN

2003 Toyota Yaris

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

140,023 mi
Last recorded140,023 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 DFN
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2018 140,023 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 16 Jul 2018 140,023 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 123,038 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 107,776 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2015 90,256 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 77,828 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

surface rust underneath vehicle but not affecting its strength, including brake and fuel lines

Pass 3 Sep 2013 77,756 miles

condition & intensity of headlamps

corrosion on exhaust

engine management light on

o/s/r tyre 2mm

Pass 10 Jul 2012 70,069 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 62,693 miles

front brake pads worn 2mm

n/s/r tyre borderline 1.6mm

Pass 1 Jul 2010 55,587 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 55,587 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 46,410 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 38,239 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

near side front tyre slightly worn

Pass 23 Aug 2007 31,598 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 23,510 miles

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

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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FJ53 DFN is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FJ53 DFN, 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 FJ53 DFN registered?

FJ53 DFN is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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