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LS53 LXK

2003 Toyota Yaris

Grey Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

84,777 mi
Last recorded84,777 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS53 LXK
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 84,777 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 140,216 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 138,200 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 136,515 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 134,024 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 131,749 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2019 129,941 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2019 129,810 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jan 2019 127,366 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 125,890 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 124,547 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back wishbone (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 122,261 miles

both rear tyres are low on outer edges

nearside rear tyre has a nail in it

Pass 9 Jan 2015 121,288 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear tyre is low on outer edge

Pass 14 Jan 2014 111,191 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 97,918 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 81,122 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 67,889 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 55,856 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2009 46,364 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 36,734 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 31,904 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 LXK is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Grey with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 LXK, 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 LXK registered?

LS53 LXK is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 24 November 2003.

Is LS53 LXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS53 LXK shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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