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LM51 WBK

2001 Toyota Yaris

Gold Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

165,193 mi
Last recorded165,193 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Toyota Yaris69,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM51 WBK
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 165,193 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 5 Dec 2025 165,193 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 154,039 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Nov 2024 154,039 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 141,989 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 131,285 miles

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

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2022 131,285 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 119,342 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 110,844 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2020 110,844 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 100,681 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2019 100,681 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2018 91,025 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 80,340 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 11 Dec 2017 80,340 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Nov 2016 69,700 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 64,270 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 58,613 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front antiroll bar link rods bushes deterioted

Fail 10 Dec 2014 58,613 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front antiroll bar link rods bushes deterioted

Pass 16 Dec 2013 52,861 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 48,976 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 43,539 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Dec 2010 40,694 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 36,702 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 33,224 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 28,874 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2007 28,874 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 23,910 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 19,934 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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LM51 WBK is a 2001 Toyota Yaris in Gold with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

Across all 2001 Toyota Yaris models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 69,035 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 LM51 WBK, 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 25 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 LM51 WBK registered?

LM51 WBK is a 2001 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 20 December 2001.

Is LM51 WBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM51 WBK shows 29 tests with a 72.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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