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GL03 YWS

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests31 (21 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate67.7%

Mileage

95,454 mi
Last recorded95,454 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL03 YWS
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 10 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 95,454 miles
Fail 27 May 2026 95,454 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 93,730 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2025 93,730 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2024 93,656 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2024 93,656 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 19 May 2023 93,586 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 91,125 miles
Fail 11 May 2022 91,125 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 May 2021 81,275 miles
Fail 15 May 2021 81,275 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2020 63,808 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2020 63,808 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 57,324 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2019 57,324 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 48,299 miles

Central Rear Upper High level stop lamp not working

Nearside Front Wiper blade smearing slightly

Pass 31 Mar 2017 34,425 miles

centre stop light not working

Fail 31 Mar 2017 34,425 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

centre stop light not working

Pass 29 Apr 2016 21,242 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 16,389 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 15,941 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 15,941 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 16 May 2013 14,941 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 May 2013 14,941 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 13,655 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 12,450 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 11,132 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 9,492 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 7,901 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 6,041 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 4,318 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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GL03 YWS is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.7%.

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 GL03 YWS, 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 GL03 YWS registered?

GL03 YWS is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is GL03 YWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL03 YWS shows 31 tests with a 67.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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