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GY03 VHB

2003 Toyota Yaris

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

58,276 mi
Last recorded58,276 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY03 VHB
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 58,276 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside and nearside (4.1.4 (b))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and offside and nearside suspensions components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside and nearside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside suspensions components and rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2025 58,276 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside and nearside (4.1.4 (b))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and offside and nearside suspensions components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside and nearside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside suspensions components and rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2024 55,729 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nsf and osf (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front and rear subframes, axles, suspension and sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Seat belt buckle slightly damaged nsf and osf (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 54,132 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush cracked/perished (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush cracked/perished (5.3.2 (c))

exhaust system corroded

general corrosion underside

Fail 16 Mar 2023 54,132 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush cracked/perished (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush cracked/perished (5.3.2 (c))

exhaust system corroded

general corrosion underside

Pass 18 Mar 2022 53,114 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust system corroded

general corrosion underside

parking brake only just met requirements (require attention/adjustment)

Fail 18 Mar 2022 53,114 miles

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

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust system corroded

general corrosion underside

parking brake only just met requirements (require attention/adjustment)

Pass 18 Mar 2021 52,484 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

exhaust system corroded

general corrosion underside

Fail 18 Mar 2021 52,484 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

exhaust system corroded

general corrosion underside

Pass 16 Mar 2020 52,342 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 51,497 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 50,482 miles

exhaust system corroded

front number plate cracked

front seat belt buckle outer casing cracked and broken (both)

headlamp aim only just met requirements

Pass 14 Mar 2017 49,446 miles

exhaust system corroded

front number plate cracked

front seat belt buckle outer casing cracked and broken (both)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 48,694 miles

Front number plate cracked

Front seatbelt stalks outers casings broken

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

both rear tyres perished

corrosion throughout exhausts system

travel at handbrake lever

Pass 5 Mar 2015 47,501 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 46,147 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 44,840 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 43,580 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 43,580 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 41,800 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 40,556 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 37,739 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 34,662 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 30,578 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 27,071 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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GY03 VHB is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GY03 VHB, 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 GY03 VHB registered?

GY03 VHB is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 26 March 2003.

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