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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 100,316 miles on the clock, averaging 4,997 miles per year, well 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 ET53 DFK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 100,316 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,143 |
| Average per year | 4,997 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | ET53 DFK |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ET — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ET53 DFK
What car is ET53 DFK?
ET53 DFK is an grey Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of ET53 DFK?
The last recorded mileage for ET53 DFK was 100,316 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET53 DFK passed its MOT?
ET53 DFK has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2023.
Is ET53 DFK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET53 DFK 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 ET53 DFK?
ET53 DFK is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.