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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 161,761 miles on the clock, averaging 10,938 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 NC53 LJZ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,761 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 10,938 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | NC53 LJZ |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NC — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NC53 LJZ
What car is NC53 LJZ?
NC53 LJZ is an grey Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2004.
What is the mileage of NC53 LJZ?
The last recorded mileage for NC53 LJZ was 161,761 miles, recorded on 18 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC53 LJZ passed its MOT?
NC53 LJZ has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 18 Apr 2018.
Is NC53 LJZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC53 LJZ 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 NC53 LJZ?
NC53 LJZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.