Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1988cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 209,474 miles on the clock, averaging 10,667 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for AK53 PBX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 209,474 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,604 |
| Average per year | 10,667 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AK53 PBX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AK53 PBX
What car is AK53 PBX?
AK53 PBX is an black Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AK53 PBX?
The last recorded mileage for AK53 PBX was 209,474 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK53 PBX passed its MOT?
AK53 PBX has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 29 Aug 2023.
Is AK53 PBX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK53 PBX 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 PBX?
AK53 PBX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.