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GU53 KLF

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

49,009 mi
Last recorded49,009 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU53 KLF
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 49,009 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 45,237 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2024 45,237 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2023 39,713 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 37,340 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Handbrake cable corroded

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 37,246 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Handbrake cable corroded

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2021 37,246 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Handbrake cable corroded

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2020 37,064 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2020 37,064 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2019 36,619 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 35,869 miles

Front anti-roll bar links deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement

Pass 27 Sep 2017 35,191 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2016 34,311 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 33,442 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 33,442 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 32,613 miles

osf wiper blade split at tips

Fail 18 Sep 2013 30,782 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2013 30,782 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 30,007 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 28,530 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 23 Sep 2010 27,388 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 25,397 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 25,397 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 28,819 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2008 28,819 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 20,769 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 18,359 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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GU53 KLF is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 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 GU53 KLF, 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 GU53 KLF registered?

GU53 KLF is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is GU53 KLF safe to buy?

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