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 2003 Toyota Yaris Petrol 998cc has had 29 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 9 (69% pass rate). It has 138,106 miles on the clock, averaging 6,339 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 GU53 ELX
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
Below average| Latest reading | 138,106 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,481 |
| Average per year | 6,339 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 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 | GU53 ELX |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GU53 ELX
What car is GU53 ELX?
GU53 ELX is a red Toyota Yaris, petrol (998cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GU53 ELX?
The last recorded mileage for GU53 ELX was 138,106 miles, recorded on 4 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU53 ELX passed its MOT?
GU53 ELX has had 29 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (20 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 4 Sep 2025.
Is GU53 ELX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU53 ELX 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 GU53 ELX?
GU53 ELX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.