2003 Toyota Yaris 1.4L Diesel · SH53 ABX
2003 Toyota Yaris (1.4L, diesel). First registered 14 Oct 2003. Recorded mileage 100,518 miles. MOT expired on 29 Mar 2023. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA YARIS
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Mar 2023
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (20 Feb 2023)
- Recorded Mileage
- 100,518 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.4L
- 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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SH53 ABX Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 02/03/2022
- 100,518 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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SH53 ABX MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 2003 Toyota Yaris (SH53 ABX) between March 2022 and March 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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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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