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KL53 BTE

2003 Toyota Yaris

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

132,061 mi
Last recorded132,061 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL53 BTE
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Jul 2020 132,061 miles

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

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2019 130,789 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 121,254 miles

Central exhaust bracket deteraited

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

Pass 15 Oct 2016 114,971 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 106,881 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 97,576 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 87,945 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 77,720 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 68,086 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 55,949 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 43,723 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2008 35,094 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 29,434 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 26,693 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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KL53 BTE is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 KL53 BTE, 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 KL53 BTE registered?

KL53 BTE is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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