Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1398cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 111,535 miles on the clock, averaging 7,442 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 SM53 VOJ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 111,535 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,832 |
| Average per year | 7,442 |
| 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
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 | SM53 VOJ |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SM53 VOJ
What car is SM53 VOJ?
SM53 VOJ is an grey Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SM53 VOJ?
The last recorded mileage for SM53 VOJ was 111,535 miles, recorded on 22 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM53 VOJ passed its MOT?
SM53 VOJ has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 22 Jun 2015.
Is SM53 VOJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM53 VOJ 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 VOJ?
SM53 VOJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.