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KP53 EFU

2003 Toyota Yaris

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2021
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

104,019 mi
Last recorded104,019 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP53 EFU
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2020 104,019 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Feb 2020 104,018 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 99,147 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Mar 2019 99,147 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 89,785 miles

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

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

Offside Front Oil leak ()

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

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 26 Feb 2018 89,785 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Oil leak ()

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 1 Mar 2017 84,590 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

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

Fail 1 Mar 2017 84,584 miles

Nearside Front Semaphore indicator tell tale not working correctly (1.4.C.2)

Offside Front Semaphore indicator tell tale not working correctly (1.4.C.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 79,059 miles

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

parking brake efficiency only just met 15%

Fail 20 Feb 2016 79,054 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

damaged repaired

Pass 26 Jan 2015 67,085 miles

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 21 Jan 2014 50,846 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 48,718 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2013 48,718 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 3 Jan 2012 47,519 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Jan 2012 47,519 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 46,549 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 46,549 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 45,275 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 45,275 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 36,587 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 31,851 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 31,618 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 29,832 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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KP53 EFU is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 KP53 EFU, 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 KP53 EFU registered?

KP53 EFU is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 9 October 2003.

Is KP53 EFU safe to buy?

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