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LG53 WNU

2003 Toyota Yaris

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,898 mi
Last recorded51,898 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG53 WNU
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 51,898 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2025 51,898 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 44,814 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2024 44,814 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 35,861 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 28,251 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside front tyre starting to wear on inner edge

Travel on parking brake lever

Pass 7 Sep 2021 21,636 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 16,756 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 15,622 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 15,365 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2017 14,878 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 14,478 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 13,490 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 11,931 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 11,236 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 11,236 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 10,523 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 9,713 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 8,555 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 6,825 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 6,825 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 6,137 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 4,490 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 4,490 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 3,334 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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LG53 WNU is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LG53 WNU, 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 LG53 WNU registered?

LG53 WNU is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is LG53 WNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG53 WNU shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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