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 2002 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1598cc has had 33 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 12 (64% pass rate). It has 159,776 miles on the clock, averaging 6,454 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 GV52 EFL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 159,776 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 6,454 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 33 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 | GV52 EFL |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GV52 EFL
What car is GV52 EFL?
GV52 EFL is a blue Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GV52 EFL?
The last recorded mileage for GV52 EFL was 159,776 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV52 EFL passed its MOT?
GV52 EFL has had 33 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (21 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 16 Oct 2025.
Is GV52 EFL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV52 EFL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GV52 EFL?
GV52 EFL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.