The road tax status for DF53 JSY is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for DF53 JSY?

The MOT for DF53 JSY is valid and due for renewal on or before 1 February 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of DF53 JSY?

The recorded mileage for DF53 JSY is 139,426 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is DF53 JSY ULEZ compliant?

No, DF53 JSY does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does DF53 JSY have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, DF53 JSY is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

Outstanding Recall

2003 Toyota Corolla 1.4L Petrol · DF53 JSY

DF53 JSY

2003 Toyota Corolla (1.4L, petrol). First registered 27 Nov 2003. Recorded mileage 139,426 miles. MOT expired on 01 Feb 2024. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: TOYOTA COROLLA
Year / Origin: 2003 · Chester
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Expired on 01 Feb 2024
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 139,426 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Fuel Type

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Year

2003

Engine

1398cc

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DF53 JSY Key Findings

23 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 02/02/2023
139,426 miles recorded at latest MOT
6 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT

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DF53 JSY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 31 Oct 2026, 14:25

MOT Analysis

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23 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Toyota Corolla (DF53 JSY) between November 2006 and February 2023.

The record contains 17 passes and 6 failures.

The most recent test on 02 February 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (13 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 27 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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DF53 JSY Mileage History

20/11/200630,503 mi
24/11/200743,458 mi+12,955 mi
24/11/200743,458 mi
17/12/200860,206 mi+16,748 mi
17/12/200860,206 mi
17/12/200969,534 mi+9,328 mi
13/12/201076,142 mi+6,608 mi
22/11/201179,429 mi+3,287 mi
17/11/201281,662 mi+2,233 mi
14/12/201383,078 mi+1,416 mi
29/11/201485,060 mi+1,982 mi
29/11/201485,060 mi
05/12/201588,490 mi+3,430 mi
15/12/201694,533 mi+6,043 mi
16/12/2017101,416 mi+6,883 mi
16/12/2017101,416 mi
24/01/2019105,538 mi+4,122 mi
31/12/2019108,498 mi+2,960 mi
30/01/2021112,350 mi+3,852 mi
30/01/2021112,355 mi+5 mi
19/01/2022123,761 mi+11,406 mi
19/01/2022123,762 mi+1 mi
02/02/2023139,426 mi+15,664 mi

Average of roughly 6,722 miles per year across 23 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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Average MOT pass rate (67%)

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