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KR03 WJE

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2025
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

141,091 mi
Last recorded141,091 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR03 WJE
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2024 141,091 miles

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2024 141,091 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 127,859 miles

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under body (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 122,294 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 117,864 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced UNDER BODY (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2021 117,864 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture TO REAR (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture TO REAR [BURST] (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced UNDER BODY (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 113,965 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 105,009 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2019 105,009 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2018 102,931 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 97,425 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 97,425 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 91,902 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 87,106 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 87,106 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 82,665 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 79,072 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 79,072 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 74,411 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 68,545 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 61,657 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 61,657 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Fail 27 Jun 2009 53,361 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 53,361 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 45,749 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 37,093 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2007 37,093 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2006 285,546 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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KR03 WJE is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

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 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 KR03 WJE, 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 KR03 WJE registered?

KR03 WJE is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 23 July 2003.

Is KR03 WJE safe to buy?

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