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AO53 UDN

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Norwich, 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 85,398 miles on the clock, averaging 4,582 miles per year, well 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 AO53 UDN

MOT Status
Due date passed
85,398
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
4,582

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading85,398 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,458
Average per year4,582
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AO53 UDN 36k48k61k73k85k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage85,398 miles
Since last MOT+2,458 miles
PASS
Mileage82,940 miles
Since last MOT+3,342 miles
PASS
Mileage79,598 miles
Since last MOT+2,794 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,804 miles
Since last MOT+3,587 miles
PASS
Mileage73,217 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,217 miles
Since last MOT+3,898 miles
PASS
Mileage69,319 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,298 miles
Since last MOT+4,225 miles
PASS
Mileage65,073 miles
Since last MOT+4,699 miles
PASS
Mileage60,374 miles
Since last MOT+4,255 miles
PASS
Mileage56,119 miles
Since last MOT+4,271 miles
PASS
Mileage51,848 miles
Since last MOT+4,550 miles
PASS
Mileage47,298 miles
Since last MOT+11,317 miles
PASS
Mileage35,981 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,981 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

RegistrationAO53 UDN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAO — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About AO53 UDN

What car is AO53 UDN?

AO53 UDN is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.

What is the mileage of AO53 UDN?

The last recorded mileage for AO53 UDN was 85,398 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AO53 UDN passed its MOT?

AO53 UDN has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 26 Jun 2017.

Is AO53 UDN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO53 UDN 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 AO53 UDN?

AO53 UDN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.