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 Corolla Petrol 1398cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 10 (64% pass rate). It has 162,558 miles on the clock, averaging 8,289 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 VVT-i engine is known for 4zz-fe and piston rings (sticking/seizure).
MOT & Mileage History for AO53 HGZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 162,558 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,289 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Toyota Corolla
These are the most commonly reported problems on Toyota Corolla models (2000–2006), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
4ZZ-FE
Piston rings (sticking/seizure)
Rings stick in the pistons due to design flaws, leading to poor sealing.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AO53 HGZ |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AO53 HGZ
What car is AO53 HGZ?
AO53 HGZ is an silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AO53 HGZ?
The last recorded mileage for AO53 HGZ was 162,558 miles, recorded on 28 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO53 HGZ passed its MOT?
AO53 HGZ has had 28 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (18 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 28 Sep 2023.
Is AO53 HGZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO53 HGZ 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 AO53 HGZ?
AO53 HGZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.