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AF53 OPH

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Red Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 107,833 miles on the clock, averaging 4,589 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for AF53 OPH

MOT Status
Due date passed
107,833
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
76%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
4,589

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading107,833 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,150
Average per year4,589
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AF53 OPH 30k50k69k88k108k '06'23'16

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage107,833 miles
Since last MOT+4,150 miles
PASS
Mileage103,683 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,683 miles
Since last MOT+1,365 miles
PASS
Mileage102,318 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,318 miles
Since last MOT+7,523 miles
PASS
Mileage94,795 miles
Since last MOT+7,851 miles
PASS
Mileage86,944 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,944 miles
Since last MOT+7,568 miles
PASS
Mileage79,376 miles
Since last MOT+7,174 miles
PASS
Mileage72,202 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,202 miles
Since last MOT+7,705 miles
PASS
Mileage64,497 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,463 miles
Since last MOT+13,042 miles
PASS
Mileage51,421 miles
Since last MOT+6,814 miles
PASS
Mileage44,607 miles
Since last MOT+2,916 miles
PASS
Mileage41,691 miles
Since last MOT+1,968 miles
PASS
Mileage39,723 miles
Since last MOT+5,338 miles
PASS
Mileage34,385 miles
Since last MOT+2,420 miles
PASS
Mileage31,965 miles
Since last MOT+115 miles
PASS
Mileage31,850 miles
Since last MOT+1,760 miles
PASS
Mileage30,090 miles

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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.

Timing belt failure

Belt snaps, bending exhaust valves (interference engine design).

Thermostat housing (plastic flange)

Plastic deforms/cracks, causing coolant leaks at joint.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 OPH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAF — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About AF53 OPH

What car is AF53 OPH?

AF53 OPH is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.

What is the mileage of AF53 OPH?

The last recorded mileage for AF53 OPH was 107,833 miles, recorded on 9 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AF53 OPH passed its MOT?

AF53 OPH has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Aug 2023.

Is AF53 OPH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF53 OPH is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AF53 OPH?

AF53 OPH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.