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LR53 FPJ

2003 Toyota Yaris

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

96,823 mi
Last recorded96,823 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 FPJ
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 96,823 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside+nearside (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 95,487 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 90,487 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2022 85,820 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 81,594 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 78,529 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 75,458 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 69,376 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 55,617 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2017 45,573 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 43,861 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2015 16,041 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 16,041 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 15,343 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 15,043 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 14,123 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 13,140 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 11,833 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 10,432 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 8,530 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 7,307 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 5,607 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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LR53 FPJ is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 LR53 FPJ, 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 LR53 FPJ registered?

LR53 FPJ is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is LR53 FPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 FPJ shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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