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KJ03 VCU

2003 Toyota Yaris

Beige Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,033 mi
Last recorded112,033 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ03 VCU
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 112,033 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2025 111,525 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

Pass 3 Jan 2024 109,993 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

Pass 3 Jan 2023 107,666 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Dec 2021 104,880 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 102,028 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2020 102,028 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 99,723 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2020 99,723 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2018 96,630 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 96,630 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2017 92,557 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2016 88,752 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 56,773 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 56,773 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 80,959 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 80,957 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

baby seat near side rear

Pass 9 Dec 2013 76,934 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 72,046 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 66,850 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 60,581 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 55,280 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 48,898 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 40,443 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 35,835 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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KJ03 VCU is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Beige with a 1,299cc 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 KJ03 VCU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KJ03 VCU?

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What year was KJ03 VCU registered?

KJ03 VCU is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 9 March 2003.

Is KJ03 VCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ03 VCU shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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