Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2001 Toyota Yaris Petrol 998cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 176,764 miles on the clock, averaging 10,575 miles per year, above 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 GY51 VYJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 176,764 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,384 |
| Average per year | 10,575 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | GY51 VYJ |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About GY51 VYJ
What car is GY51 VYJ?
GY51 VYJ is a blue Toyota Yaris, petrol (998cc). First registered in Brighton in 2001.
What is the mileage of GY51 VYJ?
The last recorded mileage for GY51 VYJ was 176,764 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY51 VYJ passed its MOT?
GY51 VYJ has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Jun 2017.
Is GY51 VYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY51 VYJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GY51 VYJ?
GY51 VYJ is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.