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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 115,981 miles on the clock, averaging 6,427 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 DE53 UZB
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 115,981 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,349 |
| Average per year | 6,427 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Toyota Corolla
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Timing chain and tensioner
Piston rings
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DE53 UZB |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| 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 UZB
What car is DE53 UZB?
DE53 UZB is a silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DE53 UZB?
The last recorded mileage for DE53 UZB was 115,981 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE53 UZB passed its MOT?
DE53 UZB has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Feb 2021.
Is DE53 UZB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE53 UZB 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 DE53 UZB?
DE53 UZB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.