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GF53 KNZ

2003 Toyota Yaris

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

124,547 mi
Last recorded124,547 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 KNZ
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2021 124,547 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting repair covered in underseal back plate (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills / axle mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2021 124,547 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting repair covered in underseal back plate (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills / axle mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 116,736 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting repair covered in underseal (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear axle mounting corroded

Fail 25 Sep 2020 116,734 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired back plate (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear axle mounting corroded

Pass 24 Sep 2019 108,926 miles

Corrosion around rear axle mountings to body

Corrosion on rear brake back plates

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 99,573 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 90,297 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Parts of of underside and suspension components corroded

Rear Service and Parking Brakes imbalanced across axle

Pass 12 Sep 2016 79,100 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 68,995 miles

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

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

Front brake pads getting low

Pass 16 Sep 2014 59,225 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)

Fail 12 Sep 2013 48,611 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 48,611 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 35,975 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 33,977 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 33,977 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 31,904 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 31,904 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 28,589 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 25,185 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 21,125 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 18,436 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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GF53 KNZ is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Black with a 1,299cc 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 GF53 KNZ, 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

How do I check the history of GF53 KNZ?

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What year was GF53 KNZ registered?

GF53 KNZ is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is GF53 KNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF53 KNZ 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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