Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2003 Toyota Yaris Petrol 998cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 94,358 miles on the clock, averaging 7,082 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.0 VVT-i engine is known for 1sz-fe and timing chain hydraulic tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for BG53 UTZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 94,358 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,082 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Toyota Yaris
These are the most commonly reported problems on Toyota Yaris models (1999–2005), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1SZ-FE
Timing chain hydraulic tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG53 UTZ |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BG53 UTZ
What car is BG53 UTZ?
BG53 UTZ is a blue Toyota Yaris, petrol (998cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BG53 UTZ?
The last recorded mileage for BG53 UTZ was 94,358 miles, recorded on 9 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG53 UTZ passed its MOT?
BG53 UTZ has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Nov 2016.
Is BG53 UTZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG53 UTZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BG53 UTZ?
BG53 UTZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.