Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Toyota Yaris Petrol 998cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing once (95% pass rate). It has 152,038 miles on the clock, averaging 7,382 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 EA53 LRU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 152,038 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,070 |
| Average per year | 7,382 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | EA53 LRU |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EA — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EA53 LRU
What car is EA53 LRU?
EA53 LRU is an red Toyota Yaris, petrol (998cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EA53 LRU?
The last recorded mileage for EA53 LRU was 152,038 miles, recorded on 24 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA53 LRU passed its MOT?
EA53 LRU has had 20 MOT tests with an 95% pass rate (19 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 24 Jul 2023.
Is EA53 LRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA53 LRU 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 EA53 LRU?
EA53 LRU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.