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At a glance
This 2003 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1398cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 109,288 miles on the clock, averaging 7,337 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 VVT-i engine is known for 4zz-fe and piston rings (sticking/seizure).
MOT & Mileage History for HV53 VMJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 109,288 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 7,337 |
| 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
These are the most commonly reported problems on Toyota Corolla models (2000–2006), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
4ZZ-FE
Piston rings (sticking/seizure)
Rings stick in the pistons due to design flaws, leading to poor sealing.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HV53 VMJ |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HV — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About HV53 VMJ
What car is HV53 VMJ?
HV53 VMJ is an silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HV53 VMJ?
The last recorded mileage for HV53 VMJ was 109,288 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HV53 VMJ passed its MOT?
HV53 VMJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 5 Nov 2019.
Is HV53 VMJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HV53 VMJ 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 HV53 VMJ?
HV53 VMJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.