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KS53 RYU

2003 Toyota Yaris

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

40,097 mi
Last recorded40,097 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS53 RYU
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 40,097 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2024 37,963 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2023 34,250 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Oct 2022 32,135 miles

General under body corrosion.

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

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

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

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

Offside Front 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))

Various chassis and suspension components heavily corroded/deteriorated.

Pass 9 Oct 2021 29,444 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

heavy corrosion to brake and suspension components

Fail 9 Oct 2021 29,444 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

heavy corrosion to brake and suspension components

Pass 17 Oct 2020 27,444 miles

General under body corrosion.

Pass 25 Oct 2019 25,167 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 24,311 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 23,694 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 22,935 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 22,108 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 21,285 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 20,464 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 19,309 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2011 18,067 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 18,067 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 16,671 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 15,141 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 13,426 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 11,839 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 10,250 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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KS53 RYU is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KS53 RYU, 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 KS53 RYU?

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What year was KS53 RYU registered?

KS53 RYU is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is KS53 RYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS53 RYU shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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