2003 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · DY03 BHD
2003 Toyota Yaris (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2003. Recorded mileage 38,728 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA YARIS
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/10/2025
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 38,728 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1299cc
DY03 BHD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 09/10/2025
- 38,728 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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DY03 BHD Mileage History
- 27/09/202235,994 mi
- 06/10/202235,998 mi+4 mi
- 18/10/202337,438 mi+1,440 mi
- 08/10/202438,256 mi+818 mi
- 09/10/202538,728 mi+472 mi
Average of roughly 901 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
DY03 BHD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Toyota Yaris (DY03 BHD) between September 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 October 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Steering (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 25 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”; “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
Expert automotive synthesis from historical MOT defect records and market benchmarks.
Our Verdict
Avoid this 2003 Toyota Yaris (DY03BHD) unless you are prepared for potentially unroadworthy structural corrosion and significant repair bills. The most recent MOT in October 2025 failed on heavily corroded front and rear suspension and excessive outer sill corrosion reducing structural strength.
Do not consider purchasing this vehicle without a full independent inspection focusing on structural integrity. The 2025 MOT failure recorded 'Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill', which is a serious structural defect that will be expensive to rectify properly. Given the repeated advisories and two failures since 2022, any negotiation should reflect the likelihood of four-figure welding and suspension work.
As a 1.3-litre petrol Yaris first registered in March 2003, road tax will be in the lower historic bands, likely under £200 per year, and insurance groups for early Yaris models are low. Fuel economy on the 1299cc engine is typically good, but with only 38,728 miles recorded, actual consumables have seen little use; the bigger cost here is deferred maintenance.
Inspect the outer sills and rear suspension mounting areas closely; the 2025 MOT failed on Nearside Rear outer sill excessive corrosion reducing structural strength, and 2022 noted both rear closing sills excessively corroded. The front and rear suspension is described as 'heavily corroded' at the last three tests, so check sub-frame, anti-roll bar links, and brake pipes for rot.
This green 1.3-litre petrol Yaris has covered just 38,728 miles in over 23 years, which is far below average for its age, but the MOT history tells a worrying story. Corrosion has been noted at every test since 2022, escalating to a failure in 2025 for structural sill corrosion and heavily corroded suspension. With no aggregate model reliability data available, the individual history alone shows this example is a poor prospect for a typical buyer.
No aggregate MOT reliability data was available for the Toyota Yaris, so assessment relies solely on this vehicle's individual test history which shows significant corrosion issues.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
Data Sources
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