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 2003 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1598cc has had 34 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 14 (59% pass rate). It has 158,210 miles on the clock, averaging 6,725 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 FH53 USY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 158,210 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,725 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 34 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 | FH53 USY |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FH53 USY
What car is FH53 USY?
FH53 USY is an grey Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FH53 USY?
The last recorded mileage for FH53 USY was 158,210 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FH53 USY passed its MOT?
FH53 USY has had 34 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (20 passes, 14 failures). It last passed on 7 Jan 2026.
Is FH53 USY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH53 USY 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 FH53 USY?
FH53 USY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.