Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1398cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 79,796 miles on the clock, averaging 4,097 miles per year, well 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 SW53 JMU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 79,796 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 120 |
| Average per year | 4,097 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | SW53 JMU |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SW53 JMU
What car is SW53 JMU?
SW53 JMU is an silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2004.
What is the mileage of SW53 JMU?
The last recorded mileage for SW53 JMU was 79,796 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW53 JMU passed its MOT?
SW53 JMU has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 12 Aug 2020.
Is SW53 JMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW53 JMU 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 SW53 JMU?
SW53 JMU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.