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LM03 VUJ

2003 Toyota Yaris

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

87,094 mi
Last recorded87,094 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM03 VUJ
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 87,094 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Dec 2025 87,094 miles

Rear Service brake excessively binding O/S AND N/S (1.2.1 (f))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Dec 2024 86,031 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Dec 2023 84,092 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Dec 2023 84,092 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Dec 2022 82,969 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2021 82,754 miles

Front front bumper slightly loose

Fail 29 Dec 2021 82,754 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front front bumper slightly loose

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 82,574 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 80,317 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2019 80,317 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 33,196 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Jun 2018 33,196 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 74,790 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 74,790 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 71,254 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 71,254 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 25 Jun 2015 66,963 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 66,963 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 64,162 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 57,351 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 18 Jun 2012 51,880 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 47,064 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 41,315 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 41,315 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 36,451 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 32,009 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 25,693 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 15,662 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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LM03 VUJ is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LM03 VUJ, 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 LM03 VUJ registered?

LM03 VUJ is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 25 June 2003.

Is LM03 VUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM03 VUJ shows 29 tests with a 69% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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