Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 154,665 miles on the clock, averaging 10,754 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 CE53 MDY
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 154,665 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,668 |
| Average per year | 10,754 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | CE53 MDY |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CE53 MDY
What car is CE53 MDY?
CE53 MDY is a blue Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.
What is the mileage of CE53 MDY?
The last recorded mileage for CE53 MDY was 154,665 miles, recorded on 19 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE53 MDY passed its MOT?
CE53 MDY has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 19 May 2017.
Is CE53 MDY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE53 MDY 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 CE53 MDY?
CE53 MDY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.