2003 Toyota Corolla 1.8L Petrol · NU53 LFM
2003 Toyota Corolla (1.8L, petrol). First registered 16 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 148,353 miles. MOT expired on 05 Feb 2026.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA COROLLA
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Stockton-on-Tees
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 05 Feb 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 148,353 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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NU53 LFM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/02/2025
- 148,353 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
NU53 LFM 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 2003 Toyota Corolla (NU53 LFM) between March 2022 and February 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 February 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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.
NU53 LFM Mileage History
- 29/03/2022139,345 mi
- 23/03/2023142,401 mi+3,056 mi
- 29/09/2023144,750 mi+2,349 mi
- 06/02/2025148,353 mi+3,603 mi
- 06/02/2025148,353 mi
Average of roughly 3,148 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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