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 1398cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing 2 (50% pass rate). It has 146,385 miles on the clock, averaging 8,732 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 BM53 LKZ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 146,385 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,732 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 | BM53 LKZ |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BM — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BM53 LKZ
What car is BM53 LKZ?
BM53 LKZ is a silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BM53 LKZ?
The last recorded mileage for BM53 LKZ was 146,385 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BM53 LKZ passed its MOT?
BM53 LKZ has had 4 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (2 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2019.
Is BM53 LKZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BM53 LKZ 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 BM53 LKZ?
BM53 LKZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.