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 2004 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 71,173 miles on the clock, averaging 4,394 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 SO53 HRW
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,173 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,024 |
| Average per year | 4,394 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | SO53 HRW |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SO53 HRW
What car is SO53 HRW?
SO53 HRW is an grey Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SO53 HRW?
The last recorded mileage for SO53 HRW was 71,173 miles, recorded on 23 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO53 HRW passed its MOT?
SO53 HRW has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 May 2015.
Is SO53 HRW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO53 HRW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, 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 HRW?
SO53 HRW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.