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KJ53 RKX

2003 Toyota Yaris

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

81,784 mi
Last recorded81,784 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ53 RKX
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2024 81,784 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

parking brake may need repairs or adjustment

Pass 17 Nov 2023 77,698 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2023 77,698 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 75,696 miles

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

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 76,424 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2020 71,129 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2020 71,129 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Body insecure to the extent that stability is seriously impaired Wheel arch cover (6.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2019 68,902 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 67,896 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 65,153 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Fail 9 May 2017 65,135 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective both side (1.7.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front Oil leak ()

Pass 11 May 2016 58,447 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 53,742 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 15 May 2014 48,194 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 45,296 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 May 2012 43,250 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 41,157 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 14 May 2010 36,837 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Oil leak

Fail 14 May 2010 36,837 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Oil leak

Pass 14 May 2009 31,347 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 31,347 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2008 23,198 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 14,500 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 12,817 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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KJ53 RKX 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 KJ53 RKX, 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 RKX registered?

KJ53 RKX is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 9 September 2003.

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