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GF53 YYJ

2003 Toyota Yaris

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,614 mi
Last recorded92,614 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 YYJ
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 92,614 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

damage to front and rear bumper

parking brake lever has high travel [little reserve but still adequate would recommend servicing]

Fail 19 Dec 2025 92,614 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

damage to front and rear bumper

parking brake lever has high travel [little reserve but still adequate would recommend servicing]

Pass 28 Nov 2024 82,737 miles

Brake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both Sides (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2023 72,860 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges wearing (5.2.3 (e))

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

parking brake lever has high travel

Fail 29 Nov 2023 72,850 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp not working nearside and offside (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges wearing (5.2.3 (e))

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

parking brake lever has high travel

Pass 15 Nov 2022 61,543 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 55,635 miles

Front both headlamp lenses faded.

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 52,342 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2019 46,833 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 13 Oct 2018 35,238 miles

Front Number plate damaged but not likely to be misread.

Pass 5 Oct 2017 27,055 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2016 18,397 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 14,053 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 14,053 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 175 65 14 (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 9,380 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 7,724 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 7,630 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2011 7,456 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 7,456 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 7,076 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 6,770 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 6,286 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 5,603 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 4,821 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 YYJ is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 YYJ, 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 GF53 YYJ registered?

GF53 YYJ is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 6 November 2003.

Is GF53 YYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF53 YYJ shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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