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L13 CAU

2001 Toyota Yaris

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

120,221 mi
Last recorded120,221 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Toyota Yaris69,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL13 CAU
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 120,221 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2024 113,547 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2023 107,321 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2022 103,196 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 99,318 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2020 95,777 miles

Surface corrosion under vehicle.

Pass 22 Oct 2019 91,674 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2019 91,674 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 85,486 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 80,763 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 74,719 miles

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Pass 27 Oct 2015 65,901 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 59,069 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 53,170 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 28 Nov 2013 53,170 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 43,297 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 34,522 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 21 Nov 2011 34,522 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 33,203 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 31,978 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 30,774 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 28,405 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 24,554 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 19,703 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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L13 CAU is a 2001 Toyota Yaris in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Toyota Yaris models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 69,035 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 L13 CAU, 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 25 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 L13 CAU registered?

L13 CAU is a 2001 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 11 December 2001.

Is L13 CAU safe to buy?

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