Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1398cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 11 (54% pass rate). It has 180,479 miles on the clock, averaging 12,685 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 VVT-i engine is known for 4zz-fe and piston rings (sticking/seizure).
MOT & Mileage History for RY53 SZZ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 180,479 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 12,685 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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.
4ZZ-FE
Piston rings (sticking/seizure)
Rings stick in the pistons due to design flaws, leading to poor sealing.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RY53 SZZ |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RY53 SZZ
What car is RY53 SZZ?
RY53 SZZ is an silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RY53 SZZ?
The last recorded mileage for RY53 SZZ was 180,479 miles, recorded on 7 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY53 SZZ passed its MOT?
RY53 SZZ has had 24 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (13 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 7 Feb 2020.
Is RY53 SZZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY53 SZZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, 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 SZZ?
RY53 SZZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.