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GF53 YYU

2003 Toyota Yaris

Green Diesel 1363cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

231,891 mi
Last recorded231,891 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 YYU
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,363cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2022 231,891 miles

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

front bumper slightly loose

Pass 21 Oct 2021 224,468 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 219,809 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2020 219,809 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle beam n/s/f mounting area corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2019 213,485 miles

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

fuel tank neck corroding

rear subframe and mounting areas corroding

Fail 15 Oct 2019 213,485 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

fuel tank neck corroding

rear subframe and mounting areas corroding

Pass 16 Oct 2018 205,353 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 205,352 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2017 195,156 miles

Front Bumper insecure ()

under trays fitted

Fail 27 Oct 2017 195,156 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Bumper insecure ()

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Oct 2016 184,705 miles

n/s/f fog light damaged

rear inner sills starting to rust

Pass 15 Oct 2015 174,855 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 163,535 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

unable to check rear seats belts due to obstructions

Pass 26 Oct 2013 154,669 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 142,204 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 142,204 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 127,932 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

noise from engine bay

Pass 29 Oct 2010 115,394 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 103,206 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 88,717 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 73,724 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 YYU is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Green with a 1,363cc diesel 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 YYU, 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 YYU registered?

GF53 YYU is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 8 November 2003.

Is GF53 YYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF53 YYU 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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