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W989 RPG

2003 Toyota Vitz

Silver Petrol 990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,310 mi
Last recorded88,310 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Toyota Vitz78,473 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW989 RPG
MakeToyota
ModelVitz
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine990cc
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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2021 88,310 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 88,266 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 85,229 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2020 85,228 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 81,147 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect x 2 (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 78,358 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Apr 2018 78,356 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Mar 2018 78,345 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2017 76,386 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2016 75,172 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 72,209 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 68,454 miles

fuel-filler pipe to tank unit corroded

Pass 25 Oct 2012 62,369 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 57,411 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

cracks both rear tyres

Pass 26 Oct 2010 52,343 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 52,343 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 48,541 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 44,403 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 38,883 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 33,876 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Vitz?

Based on 9,901 MOT tests across 2,540 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
4,121
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 71
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W989 RPG is a 2003 Toyota Vitz in Silver with a 990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Vitz models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 78,473 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 Vitz fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W989 RPG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Vitz typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Toyota Vitz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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W989 RPG is a 2003 Toyota Vitz, first registered on 17 March 2003.

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