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 2004 Toyota Yaris Petrol 998cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 2 (91% pass rate). It has 127,631 miles on the clock, averaging 5,814 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 BL53 UOW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 127,631 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20,237 |
| Average per year | 5,814 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | BL53 UOW |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BL53 UOW
What car is BL53 UOW?
BL53 UOW is a silver Toyota Yaris, petrol (998cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BL53 UOW?
The last recorded mileage for BL53 UOW was 127,631 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL53 UOW passed its MOT?
BL53 UOW has had 23 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (21 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Jan 2026.
Is BL53 UOW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL53 UOW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BL53 UOW?
BL53 UOW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.