Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Toyota Yaris Petrol 998cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 168,879 miles on the clock, averaging 8,287 miles per year, around 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 VRT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 168,879 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,292 |
| Average per year | 8,287 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 VRT |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 VRT
What car is OV53 VRT?
OV53 VRT is an blue Toyota Yaris, petrol (998cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OV53 VRT?
The last recorded mileage for OV53 VRT was 168,879 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV53 VRT passed its MOT?
OV53 VRT has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2024.
Is OV53 VRT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV53 VRT 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 VRT?
OV53 VRT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.