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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 83,432 miles on the clock, averaging 4,557 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 UPM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 83,432 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,438 |
| Average per year | 4,557 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 UPM |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 UPM
What car is BL53 UPM?
BL53 UPM is a blue Toyota Yaris, petrol (998cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BL53 UPM?
The last recorded mileage for BL53 UPM was 83,432 miles, recorded on 22 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL53 UPM passed its MOT?
BL53 UPM has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Jun 2019.
Is BL53 UPM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL53 UPM 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 UPM?
BL53 UPM is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.