2003 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · VK03 PLU
2003 Toyota Yaris (1.3L, petrol). First registered 18 Apr 2003. Recorded mileage 76,105 miles. MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA YARIS
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 76,105 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VK03 PLU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/01/2026
- 76,105 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.
VK03 PLU 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 (VK03 PLU) between January 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 07 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
VK03 PLU Mileage History
- 16/01/202368,402 mi
- 12/01/202470,337 mi+1,935 mi
- 16/01/202470,337 mi
- 13/01/202572,875 mi+2,538 mi
- 07/01/202676,105 mi+3,230 mi
Average of roughly 2,589 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: Good
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
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- Digital Dash Segment FailureModerate
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