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FY03 MTZ

2003 Toyota Yaris

Red Diesel 1363cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

148,583 mi
Last recorded148,583 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY03 MTZ
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,363cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2015 148,583 miles

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 19 Nov 2014 144,006 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 136,656 miles

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

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

off side front wing indicator cover missing

Fail 28 Feb 2013 136,656 miles

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

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

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

off side front wing indicator cover missing

Pass 14 Oct 2011 119,633 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 109,232 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2010 109,232 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2009 103,426 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 19 Sep 2008 88,901 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 88,901 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 78,940 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2007 78,940 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 61,956 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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FY03 MTZ is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Red with a 1,363cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FY03 MTZ, 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 FY03 MTZ registered?

FY03 MTZ is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 24 May 2003.

Is FY03 MTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY03 MTZ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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