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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 40,894 miles on the clock, averaging 1,996 miles per year, well 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 SY53 UCW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 40,894 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 1,996 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | SY53 UCW |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SY53 UCW
What car is SY53 UCW?
SY53 UCW is an red Toyota Yaris, petrol (998cc). First registered in Inverness in 2003.
What is the mileage of SY53 UCW?
The last recorded mileage for SY53 UCW was 40,894 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY53 UCW passed its MOT?
SY53 UCW has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2018.
Is SY53 UCW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY53 UCW 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 SY53 UCW?
SY53 UCW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.