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GL52 UFA

2003 Toyota Yaris

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

73,974 mi
Last recorded73,974 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL52 UFA
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 73,974 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 63,969 miles

EML On

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

Fail 3 Apr 2025 63,969 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

EML On

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

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 57,978 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2024 57,975 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Apr 2023 57,153 miles

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

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

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 3 Apr 2023 57,153 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 55,217 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2022 55,217 miles

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

Front Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 51,540 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2021 51,540 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 48,726 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 45,246 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge has cracks (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 44,903 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 44,675 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 44,675 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 41,065 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 39,069 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 38,773 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2014 38,773 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2013 36,753 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 34,324 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 30,899 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 30,899 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 28,183 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2009 24,668 miles

both front tyres worn on inner & outer treadbands close to limits

Pass 1 Apr 2008 20,647 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 16,999 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 12,889 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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GL52 UFA is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

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 GL52 UFA, 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 GL52 UFA registered?

GL52 UFA is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 6 January 2003.

Is GL52 UFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL52 UFA shows 29 tests with a 72.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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