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 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 174,515 miles on the clock, averaging 12,131 miles per year, above 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 UOM
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 174,515 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,125 |
| Average per year | 12,131 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | BL53 UOM |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 UOM
What car is BL53 UOM?
BL53 UOM is a silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BL53 UOM?
The last recorded mileage for BL53 UOM was 174,515 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL53 UOM passed its MOT?
BL53 UOM has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Dec 2016.
Is BL53 UOM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL53 UOM 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 UOM?
BL53 UOM is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.