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FY52 XKS

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

145,551 mi
Last recorded145,551 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 XKS
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2016 145,551 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Jan 2016 145,461 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cat (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 135,512 miles

n/s/f tyre 2mm on edge

o/s/f brake pads look low and wheel binding

o/s/f tyre 2mm on edge

Fail 12 Jan 2015 135,512 miles

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

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

n/s/f tyre 2mm on edge

o/s/f brake pads look low and wheel binding

o/s/f tyre 2mm on edge

Pass 7 Jan 2014 124,909 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2014 124,909 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2013 116,309 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 104,185 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2011 90,939 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Jan 2010 80,381 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2009 66,096 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2009 66,096 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2008 53,555 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 52,469 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 41,295 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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FY52 XKS is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 FY52 XKS, 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 FY52 XKS registered?

FY52 XKS is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 19 January 2003.

Is FY52 XKS safe to buy?

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