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At a glance
This 2003 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1398cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 133,074 miles on the clock, averaging 9,063 miles per year, above 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 ST53 OAU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 133,074 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,424 |
| Average per year | 9,063 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | ST53 OAU |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ST — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ST53 OAU
What car is ST53 OAU?
ST53 OAU is an grey Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Dundee in 2003.
What is the mileage of ST53 OAU?
The last recorded mileage for ST53 OAU was 133,074 miles, recorded on 10 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ST53 OAU passed its MOT?
ST53 OAU has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 10 Aug 2018.
Is ST53 OAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST53 OAU 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 ST53 OAU?
ST53 OAU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.