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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing once (95% pass rate). It has 70,266 miles on the clock, averaging 2,809 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 HPE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 70,266 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,548 |
| Average per year | 2,809 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 HPE |
| 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 HPE
What car is RX53 HPE?
RX53 HPE is an grey Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RX53 HPE?
The last recorded mileage for RX53 HPE was 70,266 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RX53 HPE passed its MOT?
RX53 HPE has had 21 MOT tests with an 95% pass rate (20 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 24 Sep 2025.
Is RX53 HPE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RX53 HPE 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 HPE?
RX53 HPE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.