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 1598cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 9 (67% pass rate). It has 146,064 miles on the clock, averaging 6,634 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 VVT-i engine is known for timing chain and tensioner and piston rings.
MOT & Mileage History for WV53 CAE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 146,064 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,942 |
| Average per year | 6,634 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Toyota Corolla
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Timing chain and tensioner
Piston rings
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | WV53 CAE |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WV — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WV53 CAE
What car is WV53 CAE?
WV53 CAE is a blue Toyota Corolla, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.
What is the mileage of WV53 CAE?
The last recorded mileage for WV53 CAE was 146,064 miles, recorded on 26 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WV53 CAE passed its MOT?
WV53 CAE has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 26 Sep 2024.
Is WV53 CAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV53 CAE 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 WV53 CAE?
WV53 CAE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.