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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 9 (55% pass rate). It has 83,082 miles on the clock, averaging 5,935 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 MA53 VHF
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 83,082 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,935 |
| 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 | MA53 VHF |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MA53 VHF
What car is MA53 VHF?
MA53 VHF is an black Toyota Yaris, petrol (998cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MA53 VHF?
The last recorded mileage for MA53 VHF was 83,082 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA53 VHF passed its MOT?
MA53 VHF has had 20 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (11 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2017.
Is MA53 VHF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA53 VHF 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 MA53 VHF?
MA53 VHF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.