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LD53 FTT

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

33,212 mi
Last recorded33,212 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD53 FTT
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 33,212 miles

Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 27 Feb 2026 33,212 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 33,209 miles

Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear both (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Feb 2025 33,209 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear both (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 33,171 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 33,062 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 32,822 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 32,562 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 32,404 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 31,997 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 31,515 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 31,515 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 30,710 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 30,037 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 30,037 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 29,373 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 28,243 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 27,047 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 23 Aug 2011 26,033 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 26,033 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 24,834 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 24,834 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 23,273 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 21,429 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 11 Sep 2007 19,749 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 18,348 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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LD53 FTT is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LD53 FTT, 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 LD53 FTT registered?

LD53 FTT is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is LD53 FTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD53 FTT shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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