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 1398cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 3 (87% pass rate). It has 161,612 miles on the clock, averaging 6,980 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 LW53 NBA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 161,612 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,956 |
| Average per year | 6,980 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | LW53 NBA |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LW — Sidcup, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LW53 NBA
What car is LW53 NBA?
LW53 NBA is an green Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2003.
What is the mileage of LW53 NBA?
The last recorded mileage for LW53 NBA was 161,612 miles, recorded on 17 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LW53 NBA passed its MOT?
LW53 NBA has had 23 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (20 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Mar 2026.
Is LW53 NBA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LW53 NBA 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 LW53 NBA?
LW53 NBA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.