Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1398cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 98,245 miles on the clock, averaging 5,202 miles per year, below 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 SO53 HPU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,245 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,472 |
| Average per year | 5,202 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | SO53 HPU |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SO53 HPU
What car is SO53 HPU?
SO53 HPU is an grey Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SO53 HPU?
The last recorded mileage for SO53 HPU was 98,245 miles, recorded on 8 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO53 HPU passed its MOT?
SO53 HPU has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 8 Sep 2021.
Is SO53 HPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO53 HPU 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 SO53 HPU?
SO53 HPU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.