Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1398cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 72,394 miles on the clock, averaging 6,111 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 ML53 FCM
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 72,394 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,991 |
| Average per year | 6,111 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | ML53 FCM |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ML53 FCM
What car is ML53 FCM?
ML53 FCM is an silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of ML53 FCM?
The last recorded mileage for ML53 FCM was 72,394 miles, recorded on 14 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML53 FCM passed its MOT?
ML53 FCM has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Mar 2016.
Is ML53 FCM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML53 FCM 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 ML53 FCM?
ML53 FCM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.