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GY53 JVE

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

109,686 mi
Last recorded109,686 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY53 JVE
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 109,686 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2025 104,545 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2025 104,545 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2024 98,213 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 16 Jul 2024 98,102 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre Pipe cracked & Insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 91,618 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 87,164 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 84,224 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jul 2021 84,223 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2020 82,237 miles

Front brake pads low

Fail 23 Jul 2020 82,237 miles

Front brake pads low

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 73,223 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 73,599 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 68,601 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 63,418 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2015 22,082 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 18,833 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 47,222 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 42,859 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 40,115 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 26,650 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 21,800 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 18,081 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 15,939 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 15,517 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 31,119 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 26 Sep 2006 31,119 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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GY53 JVE is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

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 GY53 JVE, 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 GY53 JVE registered?

GY53 JVE is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 27 September 2003.

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