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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 5 (79% pass rate). It has 40,879 miles on the clock, averaging 1,303 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 ET53 DFA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 40,879 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 1,303 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | ET53 DFA |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ET — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ET53 DFA
What car is ET53 DFA?
ET53 DFA is an silver Toyota Yaris, petrol (998cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of ET53 DFA?
The last recorded mileage for ET53 DFA was 40,879 miles, recorded on 19 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET53 DFA passed its MOT?
ET53 DFA has had 24 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (19 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Feb 2026.
Is ET53 DFA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET53 DFA 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 ET53 DFA?
ET53 DFA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.