2003 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · LJ53 FRN
2003 Toyota Yaris (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Dec 2003. Recorded mileage 98,874 miles. MOT expired on 08 Jan 2025.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA YARIS
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Jan 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 98,874 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LJ53 FRN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 12/12/2024
- 98,874 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LJ53 FRN 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 (LJ53 FRN) between December 2021 and December 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 December 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
LJ53 FRN Mileage History
- 20/12/202173,719 mi
- 21/12/202173,719 mi
- 22/12/202283,326 mi+9,607 mi
- 09/01/202490,559 mi+7,233 mi
- 12/12/202498,874 mi+8,315 mi
Average of roughly 8,444 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: Below Average
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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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