2004 Toyota Yaris 1.0L Petrol · MW53 KGJ
2004 Toyota Yaris (1.0L, petrol). First registered 29 Jan 2004. Recorded mileage 78,865 miles. MOT expired on 04 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA YARIS
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 04 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 78,865 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MW53 KGJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/09/2025
- 78,865 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MW53 KGJ 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 2004 Toyota Yaris (MW53 KGJ) between July 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
MW53 KGJ Mileage History
- 21/07/202269,648 mi
- 12/07/202371,901 mi+2,253 mi
- 12/07/202371,901 mi
- 05/10/202476,213 mi+4,312 mi
- 20/09/202578,865 mi+2,652 mi
Average of roughly 2,911 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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- 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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