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FY53 VBZ

2003 Toyota Yaris

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

53,036 mi
Last recorded53,036 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 VBZ
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2016 53,036 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Sep 2016 52,988 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 49,187 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 44,885 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 39,595 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 34,258 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 30,885 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 28,021 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 23,017 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 18,020 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2008 18,020 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 16,268 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 13,395 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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FY53 VBZ is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VBZ, 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 VBZ registered?

FY53 VBZ is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is FY53 VBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY53 VBZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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