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GP53 HPJ

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

47,309 mi
Last recorded47,309 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP53 HPJ
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 47,309 miles

Severe Corrosion to All suspension components But none Excessive or Holed

Fail 8 Oct 2025 47,309 miles

Central Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Severe Corrosion to All suspension components But none Excessive or Holed

Pass 12 Oct 2022 44,912 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 43,703 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 43,221 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 41,753 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 41,142 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 40,629 miles

wheel trims fitted at time of test preventing full inspection of brake pads

Pass 28 Oct 2015 39,607 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2014 38,291 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2013 36,042 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2013 36,042 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2012 33,150 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 30,221 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 30,221 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2010 27,493 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 24,597 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 21,565 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 21,565 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2007 18,308 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2006 15,218 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 15,218 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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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GP53 HPJ is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 GP53 HPJ, 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 GP53 HPJ registered?

GP53 HPJ is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is GP53 HPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP53 HPJ shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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