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LC53 SXZ

2003 Toyota Yaris

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,025 mi
Last recorded97,025 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 SXZ
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2020 97,025 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view windscreen cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2020 97,025 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view windscreen cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 93,736 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Dec 2019 93,736 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2018 89,819 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 85,593 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2017 85,593 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Dec 2016 82,240 miles

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

Offside rear tyre on 3mm outer edge

Pass 29 Dec 2015 78,284 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2015 78,282 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2014 68,402 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight underbody corrosion

Pass 29 Jul 2013 65,863 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 65,863 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 63,241 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 58,493 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 53,108 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 48,900 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2008 43,548 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 38,453 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 35,154 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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LC53 SXZ is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LC53 SXZ, 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

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What year was LC53 SXZ registered?

LC53 SXZ is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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