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LR53 VRY

2003 Toyota Yaris

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

63,698 mi
Last recorded63,698 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 VRY
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 63,698 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 62,609 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 61,047 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 59,174 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 57,632 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2021 57,630 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 55,274 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2019 53,725 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 52,888 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2018 52,888 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2017 51,611 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2017 51,611 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 47,548 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2015 40,767 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 38,184 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Oct 2014 38,184 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 36,179 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 36,179 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 29,495 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 29,485 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Oct 2011 25,655 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 25,655 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 22,520 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 20,001 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 18,338 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 16,081 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 13,544 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 VRY is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 VRY, 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

How do I check the history of LR53 VRY?

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What year was LR53 VRY registered?

LR53 VRY is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 28 October 2003.

Is LR53 VRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 VRY shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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