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LT53 VAX

2003 Toyota Yaris

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

44,037 mi
Last recorded44,037 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT53 VAX
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 44,037 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 42,401 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 41,228 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 40,196 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 39,220 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 37,548 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 36,688 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 36,044 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 35,378 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 34,684 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 34,684 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2016 34,027 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 33,396 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 32,702 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 32,702 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 32,085 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 31,407 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 30,697 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 29,989 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 29,397 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 28,758 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2008 28,758 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 28,103 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 28,103 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 26,989 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 25,828 miles

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

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 VAX is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VAX, 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 VAX registered?

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

Is LT53 VAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT53 VAX shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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