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LT53 DCU

2003 Toyota Yaris

Grey Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

61,478 mi
Last recorded61,478 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT53 DCU
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 61,478 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 57,102 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 52,720 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 45,852 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 42,709 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 42,708 miles

corrosion forming to some underside components

Pass 6 Nov 2019 42,560 miles

Front anti roll bar linkage bushes perishing/splitting

general corrosion to underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2018 41,977 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 41,439 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 16 Nov 2016 40,970 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 40,310 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 40,310 miles

Power steering pump drive system defective drive belt excessively frayed and insecure (2.3.6)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 39,666 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 38,608 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 35,855 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 32,066 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 30,138 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 28,348 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 26,472 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 23,913 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 20,742 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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LT53 DCU 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 LT53 DCU, 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 LT53 DCU registered?

LT53 DCU is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is LT53 DCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT53 DCU 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.

Does LT53 DCU have outstanding finance?

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