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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 6 (78% pass rate). It has 143,090 miles on the clock, averaging 6,631 miles per year, 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 LX53 UPO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 143,090 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,525 |
| Average per year | 6,631 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | LX53 UPO |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LX — Sidcup, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LX53 UPO
What car is LX53 UPO?
LX53 UPO is an grey Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2003.
What is the mileage of LX53 UPO?
The last recorded mileage for LX53 UPO was 143,090 miles, recorded on 23 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LX53 UPO passed its MOT?
LX53 UPO has had 27 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (21 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 23 Jul 2026.
Is LX53 UPO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LX53 UPO 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 LX53 UPO?
LX53 UPO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.