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 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 110,958 miles on the clock, averaging 10,124 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 VVT-i engine is known for timing chain and tensioner and piston rings.
MOT & Mileage History for OV53 VSL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 110,958 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,167 |
| Average per year | 10,124 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Toyota Corolla
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Timing chain and tensioner
Piston rings
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OV53 VSL |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OV53 VSL
What car is OV53 VSL?
OV53 VSL is an blue Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OV53 VSL?
The last recorded mileage for OV53 VSL was 110,958 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV53 VSL passed its MOT?
OV53 VSL has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 26 Jun 2015.
Is OV53 VSL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV53 VSL 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 OV53 VSL?
OV53 VSL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.