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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 144,571 miles on the clock, averaging 10,309 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 PF53 BFU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 144,571 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,582 |
| Average per year | 10,309 |
| 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
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Timing chain and tensioner
Piston rings
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PF53 BFU |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PF — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PF53 BFU
What car is PF53 BFU?
PF53 BFU is a grey Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PF53 BFU?
The last recorded mileage for PF53 BFU was 144,571 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PF53 BFU passed its MOT?
PF53 BFU has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Nov 2017.
Is PF53 BFU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF53 BFU 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 PF53 BFU?
PF53 BFU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.