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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 80,495 miles on the clock, averaging 3,199 miles per year, well below 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 VSM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 80,495 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 119 |
| Average per year | 3,199 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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.
Timing chain and tensioner
Piston rings
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OV53 VSM |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Green |
| 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 VSM
What car is OV53 VSM?
OV53 VSM is an green Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OV53 VSM?
The last recorded mileage for OV53 VSM was 80,495 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV53 VSM passed its MOT?
OV53 VSM has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 Nov 2025.
Is OV53 VSM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV53 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 OV53 VSM?
OV53 VSM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.