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LN03 VZA

2003 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests30 (22 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

29,440 mi
Last recorded29,440 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN03 VZA
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

22 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 29,440 miles

General corrosion under the vehicle

Rear Axle deformed but serviceable both rear (5.1.1 (a))

Fail 26 Feb 2026 29,440 miles

General corrosion under the vehicle

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

Rear Axle deformed but serviceable both rear (5.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 29,364 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2025 29,364 miles

Nearside Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 29,320 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Feb 2024 29,320 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2023 29,196 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity Cracked lens (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 29,113 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 29,095 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 28,896 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle cover is damaged, exposing the internal mechanism

Pass 3 May 2019 26,825 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 26,339 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 25,718 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 24,569 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Feb 2016 21,806 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 21,806 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 19,267 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2015 19,267 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 17,547 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 17,547 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 15,565 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 13,902 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 13,902 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 12,118 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 10,489 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 9,341 miles

Battery insecure

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

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

Slight cracking to osr tyre outter wall

Fail 29 Feb 2008 8,363 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 8,363 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 7,696 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 6,456 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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LN03 VZA is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 LN03 VZA, 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 LN03 VZA registered?

LN03 VZA is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is LN03 VZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN03 VZA shows 30 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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