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KU53 YFM

2003 Toyota Yaris

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

43,593 mi
Last recorded43,593 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU53 YFM
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 43,593 miles

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2024 32,867 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 27,440 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))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 25,697 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 24,620 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 23,433 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 22,563 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 21,528 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 20,543 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 19,447 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 18,306 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 16,762 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 14,934 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 14,118 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 13,520 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 13,520 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 20 Sep 2010 12,522 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 12,522 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 10,596 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 9,128 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 7,969 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 7,969 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2006 6,624 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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KU53 YFM 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 87%.

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 KU53 YFM, 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 KU53 YFM?

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What year was KU53 YFM registered?

KU53 YFM is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is KU53 YFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU53 YFM shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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