2003 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · VE53 FWY
2003 Toyota Yaris (1.3L, petrol). First registered 14 Nov 2003. Recorded mileage 99,032 miles. MOT expired on 03 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA YARIS
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 03 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 99,032 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VE53 FWY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/11/2025
- 99,032 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.
VE53 FWY 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 (VE53 FWY) between October 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
VE53 FWY Mileage History
- 11/10/202389,051 mi
- 21/10/202493,622 mi+4,571 mi
- 21/10/202493,626 mi+4 mi
- 27/10/202598,928 mi+5,302 mi
- 04/11/202599,032 mi+104 mi
Average of roughly 4,827 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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