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GL53 YLV

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

181,820 mi
Last recorded181,820 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2023
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 YLV
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2023 181,820 miles

Rear exhaust repaired

Pass 2 Feb 2022 174,457 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2021 169,790 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 165,386 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2019 160,114 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2018 154,496 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 149,497 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 138,006 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2013 126,424 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 115,475 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 99,772 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 88,168 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 76,631 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 76,631 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 64,441 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 53,701 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 44,438 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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GL53 YLV is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GL53 YLV, 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 GL53 YLV registered?

GL53 YLV is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is GL53 YLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL53 YLV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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