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 2004 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1598cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 142,862 miles on the clock, averaging 6,702 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 DF53 TFY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 142,862 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,256 |
| Average per year | 6,702 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | DF53 TFY |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DF53 TFY
What car is DF53 TFY?
DF53 TFY is a black Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chester in 2004.
What is the mileage of DF53 TFY?
The last recorded mileage for DF53 TFY was 142,862 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF53 TFY passed its MOT?
DF53 TFY has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Oct 2023.
Is DF53 TFY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF53 TFY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, 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 TFY?
DF53 TFY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.