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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 167,996 miles on the clock, averaging 14,737 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 JYL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 167,996 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,913 |
| Average per year | 14,737 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 JYL |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 JYL
What car is GY53 JYL?
GY53 JYL is a red Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GY53 JYL?
The last recorded mileage for GY53 JYL was 167,996 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY53 JYL passed its MOT?
GY53 JYL has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Oct 2015.
Is GY53 JYL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY53 JYL 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 JYL?
GY53 JYL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.