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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 124,390 miles on the clock, averaging 6,332 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 GV53 COU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 124,390 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19,341 |
| Average per year | 6,332 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | GV53 COU |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GV53 COU
What car is GV53 COU?
GV53 COU is a red Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GV53 COU?
The last recorded mileage for GV53 COU was 124,390 miles, recorded on 1 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV53 COU passed its MOT?
GV53 COU has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Mar 2024.
Is GV53 COU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV53 COU 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 GV53 COU?
GV53 COU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.