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KP53 EFV

2003 Toyota Yaris

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

97,841 mi
Last recorded97,841 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 97,841 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front shock absorber corrosion

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

general under body corrosion

Pass 24 Oct 2024 96,748 miles

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

GENERAL UNDERSIDE CORROSION

Offside Front Shock absorber corroded

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn BOTH REAR BUSHES WORN & SPLITTING (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2023 95,050 miles

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

GENERAL UNDERSIDE CORROSION

Offside Front SHOCK ABSORBER CORRODED

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn BOTH REAR BUSHES WORN & SPLITTING (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2023 95,050 miles

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

GENERAL UNDERSIDE CORROSION

Offside Front SHOCK ABSORBER CORRODED

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn BOTH REAR BUSHES WORN & SPLITTING (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 93,772 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 28 Oct 2022 93,772 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2021 91,887 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 90,479 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

corroded underneath

Pass 12 Nov 2019 88,882 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 85,903 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 82,553 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 76,604 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 73,497 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 73,420 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 70,467 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2013 67,547 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Nov 2012 64,616 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 61,329 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 55,812 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 55,812 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 51,744 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 42,932 miles

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

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 29,598 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 18,392 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 EFV 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 83.3%.

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 KP53 EFV, 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

How do I check the history of KP53 EFV?

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What year was KP53 EFV registered?

KP53 EFV is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is KP53 EFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP53 EFV shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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