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AG53 BWZ

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 2004 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 162,687 miles on the clock, averaging 18,013 miles per year, above 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 AG53 BWZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
162,687
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
18,013

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading162,687 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16,614
Average per year18,013
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AG53 BWZ 50k78k106k135k163k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage162,687 miles
Since last MOT+16,614 miles
PASS
Mileage146,073 miles
Since last MOT+15,843 miles
PASS
Mileage130,230 miles
Since last MOT+17,810 miles
PASS
Mileage112,420 miles
Since last MOT+15,163 miles
PASS
Mileage97,257 miles
Since last MOT+21,577 miles
PASS
Mileage75,680 miles
Since last MOT+25,485 miles
PASS
Mileage50,195 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,195 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

RegistrationAG53 BWZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeAG — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About AG53 BWZ

What car is AG53 BWZ?

AG53 BWZ is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2004.

What is the mileage of AG53 BWZ?

The last recorded mileage for AG53 BWZ was 162,687 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AG53 BWZ passed its MOT?

AG53 BWZ has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 24 Jan 2013.

Is AG53 BWZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AG53 BWZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AG53 BWZ?

AG53 BWZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.