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At a glance
This 2003 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1398cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 87,475 miles on the clock, averaging 6,103 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 SY53 VKM
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 87,475 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,167 |
| Average per year | 6,103 |
| 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
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 VKM |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 VKM
What car is SY53 VKM?
SY53 VKM is an blue Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Inverness in 2003.
What is the mileage of SY53 VKM?
The last recorded mileage for SY53 VKM was 87,475 miles, recorded on 28 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY53 VKM passed its MOT?
SY53 VKM has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Sep 2017.
Is SY53 VKM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY53 VKM 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 VKM?
SY53 VKM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.