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GJ53 FZX

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

128,705 mi
Last recorded128,705 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ53 FZX
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 128,705 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 126,870 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Tie Rod ()

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 124,876 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Tie Rod ()

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 121,052 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2021 117,457 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 115,264 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 110,273 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2018 91,802 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 89,910 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 88,890 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 88,310 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 88,310 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 78,938 miles

rear registration plate slightly discoloured

Fail 23 Sep 2014 78,938 miles

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

high level brake light not working

park brake lever has little reserve travel

rear registration plate slightly discoloured

o/s/r tyre out of shape and worn to legal limits

Pass 10 Sep 2013 70,834 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 70,834 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 62,586 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 56,591 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 52,700 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 47,299 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 41,844 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 36,308 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 31,916 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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GJ53 FZX is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 GJ53 FZX, 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 GJ53 FZX registered?

GJ53 FZX is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 27 September 2003.

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