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 12 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 103,243 miles on the clock, averaging 7,064 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 GU53 EFO
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 103,243 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 24,349 |
| Average per year | 7,064 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | GU53 EFO |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GU53 EFO
What car is GU53 EFO?
GU53 EFO is a blue Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GU53 EFO?
The last recorded mileage for GU53 EFO was 103,243 miles, recorded on 29 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU53 EFO passed its MOT?
GU53 EFO has had 12 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (12 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 29 Nov 2016.
Is GU53 EFO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU53 EFO 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 GU53 EFO?
GU53 EFO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.