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HJ53 PYT

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2022
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

86,913 mi
Last recorded86,913 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ53 PYT
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2021 86,913 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 83,037 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175 65 14 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 16 Dec 2020 83,037 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175 65 14 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2019 79,530 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2019 79,520 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 71,483 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre wall cracking on inner wall

Nearside Rear tyre wall cracking on inner wall

Fail 15 Dec 2018 71,426 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear tyre wall cracking on inner wall

Nearside Rear tyre wall cracking on inner wall

Pass 16 Dec 2017 62,225 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 51,118 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 47,298 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2015 47,298 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 May 2015 45,842 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 43,715 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2014 43,715 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2012 38,230 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2012 38,288 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 35,128 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 31,653 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight rim dammage n/s/f

Pass 30 Sep 2010 31,653 miles

slight rim dammage n/s/f

Pass 15 Oct 2009 27,942 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 26,047 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 26,047 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Fail 18 Sep 2007 22,814 miles

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 18 Sep 2007 22,814 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 18,490 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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HJ53 PYT is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 HJ53 PYT, 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 HJ53 PYT registered?

HJ53 PYT is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 8 September 2003.

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