Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1398cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 177,272 miles on the clock, averaging 12,028 miles per year, above 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 GL53 URJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 177,272 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,206 |
| Average per year | 12,028 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | GL53 URJ |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GL53 URJ
What car is GL53 URJ?
GL53 URJ is a blue Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GL53 URJ?
The last recorded mileage for GL53 URJ was 177,272 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL53 URJ passed its MOT?
GL53 URJ has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2020.
Is GL53 URJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL53 URJ 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 GL53 URJ?
GL53 URJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.