Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1398cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 7 (74% pass rate). It has 138,392 miles on the clock, averaging 4,891 miles per year, well below 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 ET53 VNJ
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 138,392 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,448 |
| Average per year | 4,891 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | ET53 VNJ |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ET — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ET53 VNJ
What car is ET53 VNJ?
ET53 VNJ is an blue Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of ET53 VNJ?
The last recorded mileage for ET53 VNJ was 138,392 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET53 VNJ passed its MOT?
ET53 VNJ has had 27 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (20 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2025.
Is ET53 VNJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET53 VNJ 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 VNJ?
ET53 VNJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.