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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 51,640 miles on the clock, averaging 4,686 miles per year, well 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 UPG
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 51,640 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,568 |
| Average per year | 4,686 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 UPG |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 UPG
What car is BL53 UPG?
BL53 UPG is a red Toyota Yaris, petrol (998cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BL53 UPG?
The last recorded mileage for BL53 UPG was 51,640 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL53 UPG passed its MOT?
BL53 UPG has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Feb 2015.
Is BL53 UPG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL53 UPG 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 UPG?
BL53 UPG is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.