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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 10 (63% pass rate). It has 131,683 miles on the clock, averaging 6,082 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 CU53 UYM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 131,683 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11 |
| Average per year | 6,082 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | CU53 UYM |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CU53 UYM
What car is CU53 UYM?
CU53 UYM is a black Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.
What is the mileage of CU53 UYM?
The last recorded mileage for CU53 UYM was 131,683 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU53 UYM passed its MOT?
CU53 UYM has had 27 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (17 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2024.
Is CU53 UYM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU53 UYM 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 CU53 UYM?
CU53 UYM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.