Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Toyota Yaris Petrol 998cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 84,564 miles on the clock, averaging 5,816 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 SO53 VFE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 84,564 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,740 |
| Average per year | 5,816 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | SO53 VFE |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SO53 VFE
What car is SO53 VFE?
SO53 VFE is an black Toyota Yaris, petrol (998cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SO53 VFE?
The last recorded mileage for SO53 VFE was 84,564 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO53 VFE passed its MOT?
SO53 VFE has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Feb 2015.
Is SO53 VFE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO53 VFE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SO53 VFE?
SO53 VFE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.