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 1398cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 152,820 miles on the clock, averaging 10,508 miles per year, above 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 MD53 BEJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 152,820 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,508 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | MD53 BEJ |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MD — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MD53 BEJ
What car is MD53 BEJ?
MD53 BEJ is an silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MD53 BEJ?
The last recorded mileage for MD53 BEJ was 152,820 miles, recorded on 18 Jun 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MD53 BEJ passed its MOT?
MD53 BEJ has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Jun 2020.
Is MD53 BEJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MD53 BEJ 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 MD53 BEJ?
MD53 BEJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.