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TOYOTA YARIS2003 · 1.0L Petrol

SC03 ABU

Vehicle Insight Summary

Considering this 2003 TOYOTA YARIS? It's a Petrol with a 998cc engine showing 62,909 miles. MOT is not recorded and it's not currently taxed. View the full DVLA history below.

MOT

Expired

Expires 15/11/2020

Tax

No data

Mileage: 62,909
Fuel: Petrol
Year: 2003
Engine: 998cc

Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight

This vehicle has not had an MOT in the past 5 years and may no longer be on the road. Automatic AI analysis has been skipped.

Free vehicle health score

/ 100 · Below Average

Public record health check: Below Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

! Older vehicle

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Finance

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Write-off

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Salvage

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Imported

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Scrapped

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Full MOT History

MOT data last updated: 7/16/2026, 4:45:27 AM

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Toyota Yaris (SC03 ABU) from 2003 show a total of 5 MOT tests between April 2016 and May 2019.

With 4 passes and 1 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 80%. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 10 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 3 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “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)”; “Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)”.

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PASS

FAIL

ADVISORY

Buyer's Guide

AI-powered analysis based on real MOT data and market insights.

Buying Score

72/100

Risk Level

Medium

Est. Annual Cost

£600-£800

Mileage

The mileage of ~63,000 miles is signific...

Our Verdict

A sensible low-mileage city car that requires a thorough check of its maintenance history. While the mileage is impressive for its age, the MOT history suggests a history of deferred maintenance on rubber and exhaust components.

When inspecting this specific Yaris, focus on the condition of rubber components. The history shows a recurring issue with cracked and perished tyres (both in 2016 and 2019), suggesting the car may have sat for long periods or suffered without attention. Check the exhaust system thoroughly for current leaks, as a major leak was a failure point in 2017.

Ask for a full service history. Given the small 998cc engine, regular oil changes are vital to prevent internal wear. Verify that all tyres currently fitted are of the same size, as the 2016 MOT noted different sizes fitted from front to rear, which is a safety concern and a sign of budget-conscious previous ownership.

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