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KJ53 FDP

2003 Toyota Yaris

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

129,605 mi
Last recorded129,605 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ53 FDP
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2021 129,605 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 129,604 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 126,288 miles

Head lamp images poor

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in the windscreen. (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2020 126,287 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in the windscreen. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 123,052 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 10 Sep 2019 123,052 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 119,801 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 113,298 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 107,967 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 101,106 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2014 95,064 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 86,813 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 79,546 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

N/S/R O/S/R Tyres perished due to age

Pass 15 Sep 2011 71,854 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 63,362 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 63,362 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 54,967 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2009 54,937 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 46,733 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 39,056 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 39,056 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 29,767 miles

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

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

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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KJ53 FDP is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KJ53 FDP, 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 KJ53 FDP registered?

KJ53 FDP is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 23 September 2003.

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