2003 Toyota Yaris 1.0L Petrol · YK53 VTM
2003 Toyota Yaris (1.0L, petrol). First registered 05 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 74,208 miles. MOT expired on 12 Dec 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA YARIS
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 12 Dec 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,208 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- 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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YK53 VTM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 10/12/2024
- 74,208 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.
YK53 VTM 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 (YK53 VTM) between December 2022 and December 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 December 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
YK53 VTM Mileage History
- 13/12/202264,730 mi
- 24/11/202369,602 mi+4,872 mi
- 24/11/202369,602 mi
- 10/12/202474,208 mi+4,606 mi
- 10/12/202474,208 mi
Average of roughly 4,756 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: Poor
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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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