Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 103,786 miles on the clock, averaging 6,168 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 EO53 VBZ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 103,786 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,005 |
| Average per year | 6,168 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | EO53 VBZ |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EO — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EO53 VBZ
What car is EO53 VBZ?
EO53 VBZ is an grey Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EO53 VBZ?
The last recorded mileage for EO53 VBZ was 103,786 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EO53 VBZ passed its MOT?
EO53 VBZ has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 26 Nov 2018.
Is EO53 VBZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO53 VBZ 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 EO53 VBZ?
EO53 VBZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.