2003 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · SJ53 VHW
2003 Toyota Yaris (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 111,733 miles. MOT expired on 25 Jun 2025.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA YARIS
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 25 Jun 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 111,733 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SJ53 VHW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/06/2024
- 111,733 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SJ53 VHW 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 (SJ53 VHW) between March 2022 and June 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 June 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
SJ53 VHW Mileage History
- 07/03/2022101,337 mi
- 13/03/2023107,401 mi+6,064 mi
- 14/03/2023107,401 mi
- 11/03/2024111,695 mi+4,294 mi
- 26/06/2024111,733 mi+38 mi
Average of roughly 4,510 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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