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LV53 PWK

2003 Toyota Yaris

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2021
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

132,470 mi
Last recorded132,470 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Toyota Yaris61,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 PWK
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2020 132,470 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp slight deterioration

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 27 Jan 2020 132,460 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Deteriorated (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp slight deterioration

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 123,870 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 17 Jan 2019 123,865 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 113,959 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 22 Jan 2018 113,951 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 104,326 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2017 104,326 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 95,194 miles

Slight engine oil leak

Fail 20 Jan 2016 95,194 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Has a nail in tyre(not repairable) Bridgestone 175/65R14 82 T

Nearside Rear Tyre is badly cracked (Bridgestone 175/65R14 82 T )

Slight engine oil leak

Pass 19 Jan 2015 87,532 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 15 Jan 2015 87,410 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 80,299 miles

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

nearside rear tyre slightly perished on inner and outer side walls

Pass 6 Feb 2013 72,599 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 72,599 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 62,565 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2011 53,114 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 53,047 miles

near side front tyre outer wall cut not showing ply cord

Fail 7 Sep 2009 43,832 miles

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 43,832 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 16 Sep 2008 35,124 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

all 4 tyres have been scuffed on outer side wall

front wipers are in a poor condition

Pass 29 Oct 2007 31,095 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 21,858 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 21,858 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (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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LV53 PWK is a 2003 Toyota Yaris in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 LV53 PWK, 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 LV53 PWK registered?

LV53 PWK is a 2003 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 7 October 2003.

Is LV53 PWK safe to buy?

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