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NJ55 DYW

2005 Toyota Vitz

Silver Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

94,392 mi
Last recorded94,392 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Toyota Vitz73,934 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ55 DYW
MakeToyota
ModelVitz
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 94,392 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 69,647 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2025 69,647 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn both stabiliser excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft bearing likely to break up (6.1.7 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output bothsides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 45,215 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2024 45,085 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 24,880 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Mar 2023 24,880 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 10,022 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Vitz?

Based on 9,901 MOT tests across 2,540 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
4,121
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 71
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NJ55 DYW is a 2005 Toyota Vitz in Silver with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2005 Toyota Vitz models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 73,934 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Toyota Vitz fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NJ55 DYW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Vitz typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Toyota Vitz is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NJ55 DYW registered?

NJ55 DYW is a 2005 Toyota Vitz, first registered on 17 September 2005.

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