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AJ53 TZB

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 106,821 miles on the clock, averaging 11,152 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 AJ53 TZB

MOT Status
Due date passed
106,821
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
11,152

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 reading106,821 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,913
Average per year11,152
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AJ53 TZB 19k41k63k85k107k '06'14'09

Check AJ53 TZB

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage106,821 miles
Since last MOT+3,913 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,908 miles
Since last MOT+13,779 miles
PASS
Mileage89,129 miles
Since last MOT+18,384 miles
PASS
Mileage70,745 miles
Since last MOT+13,147 miles
PASS
Mileage57,598 miles
Since last MOT+12,390 miles
PASS
Mileage45,208 miles
Since last MOT+52 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,156 miles
Since last MOT+17,169 miles
PASS
Mileage27,987 miles
Since last MOT+2,125 miles
PASS
Mileage25,862 miles
Since last MOT+7,088 miles
PASS
Mileage18,774 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage18,766 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 TZB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAJ — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About AJ53 TZB

What car is AJ53 TZB?

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

What is the mileage of AJ53 TZB?

The last recorded mileage for AJ53 TZB was 106,821 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AJ53 TZB passed its MOT?

AJ53 TZB has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 15 Oct 2014.

Is AJ53 TZB ULEZ compliant?

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

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