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RA51 YXV

2001 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

74,836 mi
Last recorded74,836 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Toyota Yaris69,035 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA51 YXV
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 74,836 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 66,576 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2025 66,576 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2024 62,681 miles

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

Nearside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 24 Feb 2023 57,013 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2023 57,013 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 55,088 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2022 55,088 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 45,498 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2019 44,468 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 43,331 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2018 43,331 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2017 42,099 miles

both rear tyres cracking on walls

Pass 28 Oct 2016 40,559 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 39,522 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 38,652 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2014 38,650 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 22 Oct 2013 36,597 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2013 36,597 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 34,168 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2012 34,165 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 31,988 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 28,655 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 28,655 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 26,861 miles

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

both front wipers split

Pass 14 Nov 2008 24,226 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 21,827 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2006 19,462 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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RA51 YXV is a 2001 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Toyota Yaris models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 69,035 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 RA51 YXV, 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 25 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 RA51 YXV registered?

RA51 YXV is a 2001 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 3 December 2001.

Is RA51 YXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA51 YXV shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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