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 30 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 11 (63% pass rate). It has 174,644 miles on the clock, averaging 7,119 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 YYL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 174,644 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,119 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 30 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 | RJ53 YYL |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 YYL
What car is RJ53 YYL?
RJ53 YYL is an black Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RJ53 YYL?
The last recorded mileage for RJ53 YYL was 174,644 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RJ53 YYL passed its MOT?
RJ53 YYL has had 30 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (19 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 5 Jan 2026.
Is RJ53 YYL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ53 YYL 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 YYL?
RJ53 YYL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.