Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1598cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 76,254 miles on the clock, averaging 5,967 miles per year, 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 RE53 YRL
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 76,254 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,074 |
| Average per year | 5,967 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | RE53 YRL |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RE53 YRL
What car is RE53 YRL?
RE53 YRL is an silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RE53 YRL?
The last recorded mileage for RE53 YRL was 76,254 miles, recorded on 2 Jan 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE53 YRL passed its MOT?
RE53 YRL has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Jan 2013.
Is RE53 YRL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE53 YRL 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 RE53 YRL?
RE53 YRL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.