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FV53 HGM

2003 Toyota Yaris

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

138,787 mi
Last recorded138,787 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 HGM
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2023 138,787 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 133,013 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 128,432 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 128,432 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 122,068 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 114,556 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2019 114,556 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 107,390 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 100,724 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 100,724 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 92,567 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 7 Sep 2016 92,567 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 85,185 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 78,842 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 71,735 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 65,630 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 51,679 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2010 51,679 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 30 Dec 2009 44,030 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 36,251 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 31,547 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 23,115 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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FV53 HGM is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 FV53 HGM, 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 FV53 HGM registered?

FV53 HGM is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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The MOT history for FV53 HGM shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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