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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 88,796 miles on the clock, averaging 4,147 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 RX53 HPC
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 | 88,796 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,514 |
| Average per year | 4,147 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | RX53 HPC |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RX — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RX53 HPC
What car is RX53 HPC?
RX53 HPC is an grey Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RX53 HPC?
The last recorded mileage for RX53 HPC was 88,796 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RX53 HPC passed its MOT?
RX53 HPC has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 10 Dec 2023.
Is RX53 HPC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RX53 HPC 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 RX53 HPC?
RX53 HPC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.