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GV53 VCE

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

52,733 mi
Last recorded52,733 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 VCE
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 52,733 miles

surface corrosion on all underside suspension components ,sills and structure

Pass 27 May 2025 45,216 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 45,207 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 45,177 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 44,959 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 44,013 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2021 44,013 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 42,912 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 41,809 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2019 41,809 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 39,792 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2018 39,792 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 37,753 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 35,450 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 33,200 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 31,002 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Oct 2013 28,485 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 26,072 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 23,611 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 21,026 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 18,573 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 15,776 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 13,112 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 10,084 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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GV53 VCE is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GV53 VCE, 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 GV53 VCE registered?

GV53 VCE is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 28 October 2003.

Is GV53 VCE safe to buy?

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