2003 Toyota Yaris 1.0L Petrol · MM52 PNX
2003 Toyota Yaris (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Feb 2003. Recorded mileage 133,040 miles. MOT expired on 24 May 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA YARIS
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 May 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 133,040 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- 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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MM52 PNX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 20/05/2025
- 133,040 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 17 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MM52 PNX 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 (MM52 PNX) between May 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 May 2025 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: Lighting (12 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 45 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: “Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded burst during brake test (1.1.11 (c))”; “Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.
MM52 PNX Mileage History
- 12/05/2022127,085 mi
- 19/05/2023130,531 mi+3,446 mi
- 19/05/2023130,531 mi
- 23/05/2024131,978 mi+1,447 mi
- 20/05/2025133,040 mi+1,062 mi
Average of roughly 1,970 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
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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- 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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