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 Diesel 1995cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 156,623 miles on the clock, averaging 6,773 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 D-4D engine is known for 1cd-ftv.
MOT & Mileage History for DE53 LUW
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 156,623 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,197 |
| Average per year | 6,773 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DE53 LUW |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DE53 LUW
What car is DE53 LUW?
DE53 LUW is a grey Toyota Corolla, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DE53 LUW?
The last recorded mileage for DE53 LUW was 156,623 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE53 LUW passed its MOT?
DE53 LUW has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2019.
Is DE53 LUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE53 LUW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DE53 LUW?
DE53 LUW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.