Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 146,659 miles on the clock, averaging 7,936 miles per year, around 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 RY53 SHJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 146,659 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,157 |
| Average per year | 7,936 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | RY53 SHJ |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RY53 SHJ
What car is RY53 SHJ?
RY53 SHJ is an silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RY53 SHJ?
The last recorded mileage for RY53 SHJ was 146,659 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY53 SHJ passed its MOT?
RY53 SHJ has had 17 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (16 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Nov 2021.
Is RY53 SHJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY53 SHJ 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 RY53 SHJ?
RY53 SHJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.