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LM53 JCJ

2003 Toyota Yaris

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

11,261 mi
Last recorded11,261 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 JCJ
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 11,261 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 10,391 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 9,433 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 8,755 miles

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

exhaust system corroded

Pass 27 Nov 2019 8,659 miles

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

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

exhaust system corroded

Pass 29 Nov 2018 8,218 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 8,047 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 7,816 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 7,564 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear tyre cracking on outer wall

engine management light on

Pass 22 Nov 2014 7,281 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2014 7,281 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2013 5,175 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 4,914 miles

1.advice rear wiper blade split.

Pass 16 Nov 2011 4,242 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 3,868 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 3,450 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 3,015 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 3,015 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2006 2,052 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 JCJ is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 JCJ, 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 LM53 JCJ registered?

LM53 JCJ is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 11 December 2003.

Is LM53 JCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM53 JCJ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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