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 1598cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 7 (73% pass rate). It has 121,497 miles on the clock, averaging 4,671 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 VVT-i engine is known for timing chain and tensioner and piston rings.
MOT & Mileage History for BG53 UTE
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 | 121,497 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,357 |
| Average per year | 4,671 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Toyota Corolla
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Timing chain and tensioner
Piston rings
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG53 UTE |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BG53 UTE
What car is BG53 UTE?
BG53 UTE is a blue Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BG53 UTE?
The last recorded mileage for BG53 UTE was 121,497 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG53 UTE passed its MOT?
BG53 UTE has had 26 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (19 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 21 Oct 2025.
Is BG53 UTE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG53 UTE 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 BG53 UTE?
BG53 UTE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.