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At a glance
This 2003 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1398cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 117,389 miles on the clock, averaging 8,463 miles per year, around 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 MA53 PWO
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 117,389 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -21 |
| Average per year | 8,463 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | MA53 PWO |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MA53 PWO
What car is MA53 PWO?
MA53 PWO is an black Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MA53 PWO?
The last recorded mileage for MA53 PWO was 117,389 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA53 PWO passed its MOT?
MA53 PWO has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 26 Nov 2018.
Is MA53 PWO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA53 PWO 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 MA53 PWO?
MA53 PWO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.