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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 144,726 miles on the clock, averaging 12,042 miles per year, above 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 SM53 HWP
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 144,726 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,042 |
| 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.
Timing chain and tensioner
Piston rings
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM53 HWP |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SM53 HWP
What car is SM53 HWP?
SM53 HWP is an silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SM53 HWP?
The last recorded mileage for SM53 HWP was 144,726 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM53 HWP passed its MOT?
SM53 HWP has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Oct 2017.
Is SM53 HWP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM53 HWP 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 SM53 HWP?
SM53 HWP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.