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LT53 YFY

2003 Toyota Yaris

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2024
Tests29 (18 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate62.1%

Mileage

86,379 mi
Last recorded86,379 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT53 YFY
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 11 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2023 86,379 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 83,683 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2022 83,683 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 76,810 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2021 76,810 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Sep 2020 72,184 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 68,934 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2019 68,934 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 65,041 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 65,041 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 59,333 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 59,333 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 55,173 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 50,800 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 50,800 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 47,327 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 43,941 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 40,085 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 40,085 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 16 Sep 2011 36,765 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 36,765 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Aug 2010 32,276 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 32,276 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 28,612 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 28,610 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 24,623 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 19,891 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2007 19,891 miles

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

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 14,780 miles

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

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 YFY is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.1%.

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 LT53 YFY, 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 YFY registered?

LT53 YFY is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is LT53 YFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT53 YFY shows 29 tests with a 62.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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