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LM53 HBN

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,972 mi
Last recorded77,972 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 HBN
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 77,972 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2024 74,095 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 71,426 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 68,299 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 63,420 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2021 63,419 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 58,264 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 54,053 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 48,955 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 46,043 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear tyre cracking on sidewalls

Pass 6 Dec 2016 44,393 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 42,770 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2015 42,770 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (4.1.D.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 40,855 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2013 39,013 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 37,394 miles

high level brake bulb not working

Fail 3 Dec 2012 37,394 miles

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

high level brake bulb not working

Pass 6 Dec 2011 35,737 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 34,064 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2010 34,064 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 31,999 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 29,523 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 26,556 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 20,873 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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LM53 HBN is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LM53 HBN, 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 LM53 HBN registered?

LM53 HBN is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is LM53 HBN safe to buy?

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