Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Toyota Yaris Petrol 998cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 112,876 miles on the clock, averaging 5,776 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 ML53 NLJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 112,876 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,924 |
| Average per year | 5,776 |
| 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 | ML53 NLJ |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ML53 NLJ
What car is ML53 NLJ?
ML53 NLJ is an green Toyota Yaris, petrol (998cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of ML53 NLJ?
The last recorded mileage for ML53 NLJ was 112,876 miles, recorded on 21 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML53 NLJ passed its MOT?
ML53 NLJ has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Mar 2022.
Is ML53 NLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML53 NLJ 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 ML53 NLJ?
ML53 NLJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.