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 2003 Toyota Corolla Petrol 1398cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 125,618 miles on the clock, averaging 7,064 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 WR53 NWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 125,618 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,064 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | WR53 NWJ |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WR — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WR53 NWJ
What car is WR53 NWJ?
WR53 NWJ is a silver Toyota Corolla, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.
What is the mileage of WR53 NWJ?
The last recorded mileage for WR53 NWJ was 125,618 miles, recorded on 1 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WR53 NWJ passed its MOT?
WR53 NWJ has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 1 Apr 2023.
Is WR53 NWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR53 NWJ 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 WR53 NWJ?
WR53 NWJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.