2004 Toyota Corolla 1.6L Petrol · GD53 GDV
2004 Toyota Corolla (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Jan 2004. Recorded mileage 59,508 miles. MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA COROLLA
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 59,508 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GD53 GDV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/02/2026
- 59,508 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (18 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GD53 GDV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Toyota Corolla (GD53 GDV) between February 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 14 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (18 issues), Brakes (11 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 36 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: “Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))”; “Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”.
GD53 GDV Mileage History
- 24/02/202457,407 mi
- 21/02/202558,585 mi+1,178 mi
- 24/02/202558,585 mi
- 14/02/202659,508 mi+923 mi
- 14/02/202659,508 mi
Average of roughly 1,064 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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