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 2002 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1598cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 71,226 miles on the clock, averaging 2,074 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 SM52 NPU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,226 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,851 |
| Average per year | 2,074 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | SM52 NPU |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SM52 NPU
What car is SM52 NPU?
SM52 NPU is an silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.
What is the mileage of SM52 NPU?
The last recorded mileage for SM52 NPU was 71,226 miles, recorded on 15 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM52 NPU passed its MOT?
SM52 NPU has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Feb 2016.
Is SM52 NPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM52 NPU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM52 NPU?
SM52 NPU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.