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GJ53 TSY

2003 Toyota Yaris

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

96,085 mi
Last recorded96,085 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ53 TSY
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2015 96,085 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 11,689 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 11,686 miles

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 83,385 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 83,382 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 69,280 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 69,279 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 60,095 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 60,092 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 27 Sep 2010 52,480 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 52,480 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 42,903 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 42,903 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 36,953 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 29,508 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 21,034 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 TSY is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TSY, 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.

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What year was GJ53 TSY registered?

GJ53 TSY is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is GJ53 TSY safe to buy?

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