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 1398cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 91,873 miles on the clock, averaging 7,725 miles per year, around 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 SH53 ULF
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 91,873 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,725 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | SH53 ULF |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SH53 ULF
What car is SH53 ULF?
SH53 ULF is an silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SH53 ULF?
The last recorded mileage for SH53 ULF was 91,873 miles, recorded on 20 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH53 ULF passed its MOT?
SH53 ULF has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Jun 2016.
Is SH53 ULF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH53 ULF 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 SH53 ULF?
SH53 ULF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.