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FN53 JXV

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

30,040 mi
Last recorded30,040 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN53 JXV
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 30,040 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

condition of headlamp lens and aims

corrosion o/s/r and n/s/r undersill

Pass 20 Nov 2024 29,554 miles

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

condition of headlamp lens and aims

corrosion on o/s/r and n/s/r inner sill

Pass 24 Nov 2023 29,369 miles

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

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

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

condition of headlamp lens and aims

Pass 18 Nov 2022 29,011 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both headlamps. (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 28,787 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 28,391 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 27,845 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 26,825 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 25,397 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 23,862 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 23,862 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 21,980 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 20,530 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 18,196 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 18,196 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 16,306 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 15,269 miles

oil leak on engine

Pass 9 Aug 2010 13,927 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 12,129 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 10,519 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 8,795 miles

n/s wiper has small split

Pass 23 Aug 2006 7,137 miles

centre seat belt not fitted at time of test

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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FN53 JXV is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver 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 FN53 JXV, 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 FN53 JXV registered?

FN53 JXV is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 2 September 2003.

Is FN53 JXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN53 JXV 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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