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 2004 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1598cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 85,088 miles on the clock, averaging 3,330 miles per year, well 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 LW53 GAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 85,088 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 3,330 |
| 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 | LW53 GAO |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LW — Sidcup, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LW53 GAO
What car is LW53 GAO?
LW53 GAO is an blue Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2004.
What is the mileage of LW53 GAO?
The last recorded mileage for LW53 GAO was 85,088 miles, recorded on 12 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LW53 GAO passed its MOT?
LW53 GAO has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 12 Apr 2019.
Is LW53 GAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LW53 GAO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is LW53 GAO?
LW53 GAO is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.