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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 75,234 miles on the clock, averaging 9,962 miles per year, above 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 GY53 BYC
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 75,234 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,962 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | GY53 BYC |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GY53 BYC
What car is GY53 BYC?
GY53 BYC is a blue Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GY53 BYC?
The last recorded mileage for GY53 BYC was 75,234 miles, recorded on 1 Oct 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY53 BYC passed its MOT?
GY53 BYC has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Oct 2011.
Is GY53 BYC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY53 BYC 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 GY53 BYC?
GY53 BYC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.