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GU53 LNK

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2025
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

132,651 mi
Last recorded132,651 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU53 LNK
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2024 132,651 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2023 130,479 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2022 128,907 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2022 128,907 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 127,526 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 127,526 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 126,649 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2019 124,628 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective front both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 122,176 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 122,176 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 117,836 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2017 117,836 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 113,224 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

engine management light on

Fail 7 Sep 2016 113,224 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

engine management light on

Pass 7 Sep 2015 105,061 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 93,588 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 83,698 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 73,037 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 61,236 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 53,517 miles

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

both registration plates deteriorating

front anti-roll bar drop links bushes perishing/splitting

Pass 17 Aug 2009 46,259 miles

front brake pads worn

Pass 18 Aug 2008 38,090 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 38,090 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 31,207 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 22 Aug 2006 22,818 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 LNK is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 GU53 LNK, 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 LNK registered?

GU53 LNK is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is GU53 LNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU53 LNK shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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