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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 85,288 miles on the clock, averaging 3,977 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 BT52 VHW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 85,288 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,977 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | BT52 VHW |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BT — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BT52 VHW
What car is BT52 VHW?
BT52 VHW is a silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BT52 VHW?
The last recorded mileage for BT52 VHW was 85,288 miles, recorded on 15 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT52 VHW passed its MOT?
BT52 VHW has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Dec 2020.
Is BT52 VHW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT52 VHW 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 BT52 VHW?
BT52 VHW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.