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 1398cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 165,783 miles on the clock, averaging 9,085 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 MW53 CZL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,783 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,085 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | MW53 CZL |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MW53 CZL
What car is MW53 CZL?
MW53 CZL is an silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MW53 CZL?
The last recorded mileage for MW53 CZL was 165,783 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW53 CZL passed its MOT?
MW53 CZL has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2022.
Is MW53 CZL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW53 CZL 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 MW53 CZL?
MW53 CZL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.