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 2004 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1598cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 82,926 miles on the clock, averaging 5,033 miles per year, 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 BL53 ULN
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 82,926 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,033 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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.
Timing chain and tensioner
Piston rings
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL53 ULN |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BL53 ULN
What car is BL53 ULN?
BL53 ULN is a black Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BL53 ULN?
The last recorded mileage for BL53 ULN was 82,926 miles, recorded on 19 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL53 ULN passed its MOT?
BL53 ULN has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Apr 2017.
Is BL53 ULN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL53 ULN 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 BL53 ULN?
BL53 ULN is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.