2005 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · GX55 MFP
2005 Toyota Yaris (1.3L, petrol). First registered 02 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 91,410 miles. MOT expired on 09 Aug 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA YARIS
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 09 Aug 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 91,410 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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GX55 MFP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 01/08/2024
- 91,410 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GX55 MFP 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 2005 Toyota Yaris (GX55 MFP) between August 2022 and August 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 01 August 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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: “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”; “Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))”.
GX55 MFP Mileage History
- 05/08/202275,542 mi
- 09/08/202383,585 mi+8,043 mi
- 10/08/202383,585 mi
- 01/08/202491,409 mi+7,824 mi
- 01/08/202491,410 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 7,974 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: Poor
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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