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 32 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 13 (59% pass rate). It has 136,711 miles on the clock, averaging 5,847 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 OV53 VPR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,711 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,847 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 32 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 | OV53 VPR |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OV53 VPR
What car is OV53 VPR?
OV53 VPR is an red Toyota Yaris, petrol (998cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OV53 VPR?
The last recorded mileage for OV53 VPR was 136,711 miles, recorded on 25 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV53 VPR passed its MOT?
OV53 VPR has had 32 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (19 passes, 13 failures). It last passed on 25 Jun 2026.
Is OV53 VPR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV53 VPR 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 OV53 VPR?
OV53 VPR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.