Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1398cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 94,518 miles on the clock, averaging 8,754 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 ML53 VSM
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 94,518 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,518 |
| Average per year | 8,754 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 VSM |
| 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 VSM
What car is ML53 VSM?
ML53 VSM is an silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of ML53 VSM?
The last recorded mileage for ML53 VSM was 94,518 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML53 VSM passed its MOT?
ML53 VSM has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2015.
Is ML53 VSM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML53 VSM 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 VSM?
ML53 VSM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.