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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 5 (80% pass rate). It has 66,114 miles on the clock, averaging 2,497 miles per year, well 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 NJ53 UNK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 66,114 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,453 |
| Average per year | 2,497 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | NJ53 UNK |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NJ53 UNK
What car is NJ53 UNK?
NJ53 UNK is an black Toyota Yaris, petrol (998cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NJ53 UNK?
The last recorded mileage for NJ53 UNK was 66,114 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ53 UNK passed its MOT?
NJ53 UNK has had 25 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (20 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Feb 2026.
Is NJ53 UNK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ53 UNK 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 NJ53 UNK?
NJ53 UNK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.