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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 87,148 miles on the clock, averaging 4,199 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 NL53 KUO
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 87,148 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,199 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | NL53 KUO |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NL53 KUO
What car is NL53 KUO?
NL53 KUO is an blue Toyota Yaris, petrol (998cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NL53 KUO?
The last recorded mileage for NL53 KUO was 87,148 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL53 KUO passed its MOT?
NL53 KUO has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2021.
Is NL53 KUO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL53 KUO 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 NL53 KUO?
NL53 KUO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.