Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Focus Petrol 1988cc has had 31 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 13 (58% pass rate). It has 161,509 miles on the clock, averaging 6,462 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for AD53 RCO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 161,509 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,009 |
| Average per year | 6,462 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 31 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (1998–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AD53 RCO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AD — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AD53 RCO
What car is AD53 RCO?
AD53 RCO is an blue Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2004.
What is the mileage of AD53 RCO?
The last recorded mileage for AD53 RCO was 161,509 miles, recorded on 1 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AD53 RCO passed its MOT?
AD53 RCO has had 31 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (18 passes, 13 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2026.
Is AD53 RCO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AD53 RCO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AD53 RCO?
AD53 RCO is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.