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LJ53 GKC

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

49,255 mi
Last recorded49,255 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 GKC
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2017 49,255 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3 mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3 mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 47,719 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Oct 2016 47,719 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2015 45,475 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 43,441 miles

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

both headlamp lenses deteriorated slightly affecting beam image

Pass 24 Oct 2013 40,983 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 38,642 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 34,958 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 31,963 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 27,971 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 24,489 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 19,969 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 15,122 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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LJ53 GKC is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LJ53 GKC, 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.

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What year was LJ53 GKC registered?

LJ53 GKC is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 4 November 2003.

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