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AJ53 HDV

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 107,694 miles on the clock, averaging 6,804 miles per year, 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 AJ53 HDV

MOT Status
Due date passed
107,694
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
6,804

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

Below average
Latest reading107,694 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year6,804
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AJ53 HDV 35k53k71k89k108k '06'17'12

Check AJ53 HDV

Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage107,694 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,693 miles
Since last MOT+15,683 miles
PASS
Mileage92,010 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,010 miles
Since last MOT+16,885 miles
PASS
Mileage75,125 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,125 miles
Since last MOT+13,346 miles
PASS
Mileage61,779 miles
Since last MOT+13,638 miles
PASS
Mileage48,141 miles
Since last MOT+123 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,018 miles
Since last MOT+10,104 miles
PASS
Mileage37,914 miles
Since last MOT+185 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,729 miles
Since last MOT+14,816 miles
PASS
Mileage22,913 miles
Since last MOT+11,622 miles
PASS
Mileage11,291 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage11,291 miles
PASS
FAIL
PASS
Mileage53,225 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,225 miles
Since last MOT+9,325 miles
PASS
Mileage43,900 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,900 miles
Since last MOT+9,236 miles
PASS
Mileage34,664 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

RegistrationAJ53 HDV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAJ — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About AJ53 HDV

What car is AJ53 HDV?

AJ53 HDV is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.

What is the mileage of AJ53 HDV?

The last recorded mileage for AJ53 HDV was 107,694 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AJ53 HDV passed its MOT?

AJ53 HDV has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 1 Aug 2017.

Is AJ53 HDV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ53 HDV 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 AJ53 HDV?

AJ53 HDV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.