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FY53 LFV

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

150,327 mi
Last recorded150,327 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 LFV
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2021 150,327 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2021 150,327 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 144,475 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 139,989 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 139,989 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 135,447 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 128,484 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 121,625 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 117,891 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 111,671 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2014 111,671 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 101,995 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 92,633 miles

os rear tyre perished

Fail 5 Jul 2012 92,633 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

os rear tyre perished

Pass 4 Jul 2011 84,762 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2010 71,883 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 20,663 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 53,111 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 45,885 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 45,815 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 45,815 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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FY53 LFV is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 FY53 LFV, 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 FY53 LFV registered?

FY53 LFV is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is FY53 LFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY53 LFV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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