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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 98,694 miles on the clock, averaging 6,601 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 FRN
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,694 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,601 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 FRN |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 FRN
What car is GV53 FRN?
GV53 FRN is a silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GV53 FRN?
The last recorded mileage for GV53 FRN was 98,694 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV53 FRN passed its MOT?
GV53 FRN has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Sep 2015.
Is GV53 FRN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV53 FRN 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 FRN?
GV53 FRN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.