2003 Toyota Yaris 1.0L Petrol · KJ03 VBL
2003 Toyota Yaris (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2003. Recorded mileage 113,353 miles. MOT status: Failed.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA YARIS
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Failed
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 113,353 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KJ03 VBL Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 08/03/2022
- 113,353 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KJ03 VBL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2003 Toyota Yaris (KJ03 VBL) between March 2022 and March 2022.
The record contains 0 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 March 2022 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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
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Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2003 model year cars.
- Structural CorrosionSerious
Rust often takes hold in the rear sills, rear crossmember, and front subframe mounting points.
- Digital Dash Segment FailureModerate
The digital speedo can lose segments, making it an MOT failure if the speed is illegible.
- Clutch JudderModerate
Some manual models develop a judder when pulling away, often due to a worn clutch or dual-mass flywheel.
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