Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1398cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 84,400 miles on the clock, averaging 4,656 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 SY53 NGN
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 84,400 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,661 |
| Average per year | 4,656 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | SY53 NGN |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SY53 NGN
What car is SY53 NGN?
SY53 NGN is an grey Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Inverness in 2003.
What is the mileage of SY53 NGN?
The last recorded mileage for SY53 NGN was 84,400 miles, recorded on 2 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY53 NGN passed its MOT?
SY53 NGN has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Sep 2020.
Is SY53 NGN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY53 NGN 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 SY53 NGN?
SY53 NGN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.