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AJ53 UWA

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 103,105 miles on the clock, averaging 9,871 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 UWA

MOT Status
Due date passed
103,105
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2007
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
9,871

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading103,105 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16,373
Average per year9,871
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AJ53 UWA 28k46k65k84k103k '07'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage103,105 miles
Since last MOT+16,373 miles
PASS
Mileage86,732 miles
Since last MOT+9,471 miles
PASS
Mileage77,261 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,261 miles
Since last MOT+4,722 miles
PASS
Mileage72,539 miles
Since last MOT+6,845 miles
PASS
Mileage65,694 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,694 miles
Since last MOT+2,422 miles
PASS
Mileage63,272 miles
Since last MOT+10,699 miles
PASS
Mileage52,573 miles
Since last MOT+15,515 miles
PASS
Mileage37,058 miles
Since last MOT+9,440 miles
PASS
Mileage27,618 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 UWA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeAJ — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About AJ53 UWA

What car is AJ53 UWA?

AJ53 UWA is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2004.

What is the mileage of AJ53 UWA?

The last recorded mileage for AJ53 UWA was 103,105 miles, recorded on 28 Aug 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AJ53 UWA passed its MOT?

AJ53 UWA has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 28 Aug 2014.

Is AJ53 UWA ULEZ compliant?

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

AJ53 UWA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.