Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1398cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 79,861 miles on the clock, averaging 7,891 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 VVT-i engine is known for 4zz-fe and piston rings (sticking/seizure).
MOT & Mileage History for DF53 BFE
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 79,861 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,891 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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.
4ZZ-FE
Piston rings (sticking/seizure)
Rings stick in the pistons due to design flaws, leading to poor sealing.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DF53 BFE |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DF53 BFE
What car is DF53 BFE?
DF53 BFE is a blue Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DF53 BFE?
The last recorded mileage for DF53 BFE was 79,861 miles, recorded on 2 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF53 BFE passed its MOT?
DF53 BFE has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 May 2016.
Is DF53 BFE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF53 BFE 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 DF53 BFE?
DF53 BFE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.