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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 101,872 miles on the clock, averaging 4,047 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 RF53 PPV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 101,872 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,047 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | RF53 PPV |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RF53 PPV
What car is RF53 PPV?
RF53 PPV is an silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RF53 PPV?
The last recorded mileage for RF53 PPV was 101,872 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF53 PPV passed its MOT?
RF53 PPV has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2024.
Is RF53 PPV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF53 PPV 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 RF53 PPV?
RF53 PPV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.