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 1398cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 6 (78% pass rate). It has 148,812 miles on the clock, averaging 6,588 miles per year, 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 GP53 EWT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 148,812 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,588 |
| 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 | GP53 EWT |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GP — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GP53 EWT
What car is GP53 EWT?
GP53 EWT is a silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GP53 EWT?
The last recorded mileage for GP53 EWT was 148,812 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP53 EWT passed its MOT?
GP53 EWT has had 27 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (21 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2025.
Is GP53 EWT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP53 EWT 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 GP53 EWT?
GP53 EWT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.