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 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 164,107 miles on the clock, averaging 7,624 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 RJ53 VEW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 164,107 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,624 |
| 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 | RJ53 VEW |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RJ — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RJ53 VEW
What car is RJ53 VEW?
RJ53 VEW is an silver Toyota Yaris, petrol (998cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RJ53 VEW?
The last recorded mileage for RJ53 VEW was 164,107 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RJ53 VEW passed its MOT?
RJ53 VEW has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2025.
Is RJ53 VEW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ53 VEW 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 RJ53 VEW?
RJ53 VEW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.