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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 114,736 miles on the clock, averaging 7,415 miles per year, around 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 VPT
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 114,736 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,415 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 VPT |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VPT
What car is SM53 VPT?
SM53 VPT is an black Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SM53 VPT?
The last recorded mileage for SM53 VPT was 114,736 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM53 VPT passed its MOT?
SM53 VPT has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Nov 2015.
Is SM53 VPT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM53 VPT 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 VPT?
SM53 VPT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.