Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1598cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 117,579 miles on the clock, averaging 6,054 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 RJ53 TGK
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,579 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,426 |
| Average per year | 6,054 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | RJ53 TGK |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RJ — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RJ53 TGK
What car is RJ53 TGK?
RJ53 TGK is an silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RJ53 TGK?
The last recorded mileage for RJ53 TGK was 117,579 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RJ53 TGK passed its MOT?
RJ53 TGK has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 21 Oct 2021.
Is RJ53 TGK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ53 TGK 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 RJ53 TGK?
RJ53 TGK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.