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 1398cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 58,511 miles on the clock, averaging 6,261 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 VA53 UPZ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 58,511 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,261 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | VA53 UPZ |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VA — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About VA53 UPZ
What car is VA53 UPZ?
VA53 UPZ is a silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Worcester in 2004.
What is the mileage of VA53 UPZ?
The last recorded mileage for VA53 UPZ was 58,511 miles, recorded on 2 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VA53 UPZ passed its MOT?
VA53 UPZ has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Feb 2016.
Is VA53 UPZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA53 UPZ 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 VA53 UPZ?
VA53 UPZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.