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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 149,984 miles on the clock, averaging 6,870 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 GU53 OUL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 149,984 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 6,870 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | GU53 OUL |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| 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 OUL
What car is GU53 OUL?
GU53 OUL is a silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GU53 OUL?
The last recorded mileage for GU53 OUL was 149,984 miles, recorded on 2 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU53 OUL passed its MOT?
GU53 OUL has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 2 Jul 2024.
Is GU53 OUL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU53 OUL 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 OUL?
GU53 OUL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.