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LS53 LVD

2003 Toyota Yaris

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,380 mi
Last recorded96,380 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS53 LVD
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 96,380 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2024 95,942 miles

Service brake binding but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 94,317 miles

Service brake binding but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 92,863 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2021 90,254 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 88,405 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2019 86,448 miles

Both rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 8 Oct 2018 84,103 miles

Nearside Rear brake slightly grabbing

Fail 8 Oct 2018 84,103 miles

Nearside Rear brake slightly grabbing

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

Pass 18 Oct 2017 82,615 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2017 82,615 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 79,519 miles

N/S/R brake binding slightly

Pass 13 Oct 2015 76,830 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 74,019 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 71,238 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2013 71,238 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 68,684 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 67,233 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2011 67,233 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 60,432 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 58,250 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 52,618 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 46,233 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 35,620 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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LS53 LVD is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 LS53 LVD, 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 LS53 LVD registered?

LS53 LVD is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is LS53 LVD safe to buy?

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