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HW03 EHK

2003 Toyota Yaris

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

104,282 mi
Last recorded104,282 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW03 EHK
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Fail 12 Feb 2025 104,282 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 103,664 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2024 103,664 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 175 / 65 / 14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Mar 2023 102,200 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 99,672 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 97,354 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 94,790 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 92,260 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 88,490 miles

Offside Front door check strap broken

Front both front seabelt catches covers missing

Nearside Front body work damaged

Pass 7 Mar 2017 84,753 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 79,257 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 79,214 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 74,513 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 74,446 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 69,865 miles

front brake pads getting low

nearside front tyre has sidewall damage

nearside rear tyre close to legal limit

Pass 7 Mar 2013 66,058 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 66,058 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2012 61,438 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2011 57,371 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 53,234 miles

both rear tyres perishing

nearside front tyre has minor damage to sidewall

wet test

Pass 2 Mar 2009 48,921 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 44,713 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 39,923 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 30,091 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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HW03 EHK is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 HW03 EHK, 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 HW03 EHK registered?

HW03 EHK is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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