2003 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · GL03 OTZ
2003 Toyota Yaris (1.3L, petrol). First registered 14 Jun 2003. Recorded mileage 80,064 miles. MOT valid until 20 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA YARIS
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 80,064 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GL03 OTZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/07/2026
- 80,064 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GL03 OTZ 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 (GL03 OTZ) between June 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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: “Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))”; “Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.
GL03 OTZ Mileage History
- 13/06/202369,228 mi
- 14/06/202473,974 mi+4,746 mi
- 10/07/202579,316 mi+5,342 mi
- 22/07/202579,320 mi+4 mi
- 20/07/202680,064 mi+744 mi
Average of roughly 3,494 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Toyota Toyota Yaris Mk1
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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