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FP53 VAU

2003 Toyota Yaris

Blue Diesel 1364cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

130,026 mi
Last recorded130,026 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP53 VAU
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2021 130,026 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 128,492 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 127,051 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 124,309 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2018 124,305 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working offside and nearside (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 120,959 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2017 120,942 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear coil spring broken offside and nearside (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2016 116,680 miles

hand bake travel close to max

Pass 31 Jan 2015 111,089 miles

engine light on

Pass 13 Feb 2014 104,443 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 98,145 miles

both front tyres have uneven wear. borderline.

Pass 28 Oct 2011 91,938 miles

Handbrake needs attention to travel, needs adjustment

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 84,399 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 84,399 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2009 71,684 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 59,165 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 49,214 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 35,640 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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FP53 VAU is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Blue with a 1,364cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FP53 VAU, 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.

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What year was FP53 VAU registered?

FP53 VAU is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is FP53 VAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP53 VAU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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