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KN53 HZG

2003 Toyota Yaris

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

224,500 mi
Last recorded224,500 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN53 HZG
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 224,500 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 223,495 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 220,675 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 18 Aug 2023 220,670 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 216,703 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 212,506 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

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

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

Fail 25 Aug 2021 212,495 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2020 207,687 miles

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))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 203,757 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 199,139 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 196,654 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2017 196,654 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 186,956 miles

both front and rear springs slightly corroded

both front tyres worn outside edge

Fail 6 Oct 2016 186,956 miles

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

both front and rear springs slightly corroded

both front tyres worn outside edge

Pass 9 Oct 2015 176,224 miles

Centre Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 149,762 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 129,272 miles

Nearside 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 29 Jun 2012 108,199 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 83,072 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 75,830 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 64,966 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 49,591 miles

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

nearside front wiper wrong size

Pass 22 Sep 2006 25,664 miles

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

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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KN53 HZG is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 KN53 HZG, 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

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What year was KN53 HZG registered?

KN53 HZG is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is KN53 HZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN53 HZG shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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