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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 157,363 miles on the clock, averaging 14,262 miles per year, above 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 WLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 157,363 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,455 |
| Average per year | 14,262 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 WLU |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 WLU
What car is RJ53 WLU?
RJ53 WLU is an blue Toyota Yaris, petrol (998cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RJ53 WLU?
The last recorded mileage for RJ53 WLU was 157,363 miles, recorded on 2 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RJ53 WLU passed its MOT?
RJ53 WLU has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Nov 2015.
Is RJ53 WLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ53 WLU 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 WLU?
RJ53 WLU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.