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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 91,255 miles on the clock, averaging 6,661 miles per year, below 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 PE53 BYC
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 91,255 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,661 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | PE53 BYC |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PE53 BYC
What car is PE53 BYC?
PE53 BYC is a silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PE53 BYC?
The last recorded mileage for PE53 BYC was 91,255 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE53 BYC passed its MOT?
PE53 BYC has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Dec 2017.
Is PE53 BYC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE53 BYC 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 PE53 BYC?
PE53 BYC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.