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 1299cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 95,434 miles on the clock, averaging 5,730 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.3 VVT-i engine is known for 2sz-fe.
MOT & Mileage History for SM53 VPA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 95,434 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 24,266 |
| Average per year | 5,730 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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.
2SZ-FE
Belt for alternator/water pump wears quickly due to pulley alignment or material quality.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM53 VPA |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1299cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SM53 VPA
What car is SM53 VPA?
SM53 VPA is an green Toyota Yaris, petrol (1299cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SM53 VPA?
The last recorded mileage for SM53 VPA was 95,434 miles, recorded on 2 Dec 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM53 VPA passed its MOT?
SM53 VPA has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Dec 2019.
Is SM53 VPA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM53 VPA 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 SM53 VPA?
SM53 VPA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.