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GX53 VGZ

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

94,532 mi
Last recorded94,532 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 VGZ
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2017 94,532 miles

both front headlamps have poor output

Fail 31 Jul 2017 94,531 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front headlamps have poor output

Pass 10 Aug 2016 87,893 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Aug 2015 80,062 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 71,226 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 61,976 miles

slight play in off side rear wheel bearing

Pass 4 Aug 2012 53,806 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both front anti roll bar drop links worn

Pass 8 Aug 2011 44,270 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 44,270 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 35,376 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 24,911 miles

front pads and discs low

Fail 14 Aug 2008 14,624 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 14,624 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 12,228 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 12,228 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 9,567 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 9,567 miles

Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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GX53 VGZ is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 GX53 VGZ, 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.

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What year was GX53 VGZ registered?

GX53 VGZ is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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