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W173 VAJ

2000 Toyota Yaris

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

46,875 mi
Last recorded46,875 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2018
Typical for 2000 Toyota Yaris74,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW173 VAJ
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2018 46,875 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 46,875 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 20,858 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 39,929 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 39,929 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2015 39,592 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 39,040 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 38,442 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 38,442 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 38,043 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 37,456 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 35,839 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 35,839 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2009 35,206 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 34,542 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 33,795 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 33,795 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 31,715 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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W173 VAJ is a 2000 Toyota Yaris in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2000 Toyota Yaris models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 74,260 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 W173 VAJ, 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 26 years old, this Toyota Yaris is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W173 VAJ registered?

W173 VAJ is a 2000 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 7 April 2000.

Is W173 VAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W173 VAJ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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