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LR53 UDP

2003 Toyota Yaris

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests31 (19 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate61.3%

Mileage

134,505 mi
Last recorded134,505 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 12 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2025 134,505 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 131,566 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2024 131,566 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2023 126,509 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2023 126,509 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2022 120,345 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Feb 2022 120,345 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 113,846 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 30 Mar 2021 113,846 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Mar 2021 113,831 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder operating mechanism has excessive travel seized wheel (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 109,269 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 109,269 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2019 104,684 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2019 104,684 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 100,497 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2018 100,497 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 95,468 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 95,468 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 88,704 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 84,554 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 76,917 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 76,917 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 70,356 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 70,356 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2011 63,337 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 54,323 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 45,125 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 35,987 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2007 27,004 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 27,004 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 19,642 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 UDP is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.3%.

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 LR53 UDP, 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 LR53 UDP registered?

LR53 UDP is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 20 October 2003.

Is LR53 UDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 UDP shows 31 tests with a 61.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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