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FL53 FDK

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

112,881 mi
Last recorded112,881 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 FDK
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2017 112,881 miles

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced Both head lights could do with cleaning (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 92,054 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2016 92,054 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 May 2015 86,220 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 86,220 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 81,376 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 81,376 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 May 2013 75,345 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 75,345 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 70,098 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 66,688 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 64,310 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 53,635 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 53,434 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 43,206 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/r wheel bearing is starting to become noisey when rotated

Pass 17 Aug 2007 32,136 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 18,086 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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FL53 FDK is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 FL53 FDK, 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 FL53 FDK registered?

FL53 FDK is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is FL53 FDK safe to buy?

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