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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 130,536 miles on the clock, averaging 5,650 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 MJ53 BYU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 130,536 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,774 |
| Average per year | 5,650 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | MJ53 BYU |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MJ — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MJ53 BYU
What car is MJ53 BYU?
MJ53 BYU is an black Toyota Yaris, petrol (998cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MJ53 BYU?
The last recorded mileage for MJ53 BYU was 130,536 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MJ53 BYU passed its MOT?
MJ53 BYU has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 6 Nov 2023.
Is MJ53 BYU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ53 BYU 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 MJ53 BYU?
MJ53 BYU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.