Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1796cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 127,760 miles on the clock, averaging 9,266 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for AK53 DMF
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 127,760 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 33 |
| Average per year | 9,266 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AK53 DMF |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AK53 DMF
What car is AK53 DMF?
AK53 DMF is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AK53 DMF?
The last recorded mileage for AK53 DMF was 127,760 miles, recorded on 22 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK53 DMF passed its MOT?
AK53 DMF has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Jun 2017.
Is AK53 DMF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK53 DMF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AK53 DMF?
AK53 DMF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.