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AO53 ZRK

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 81,485 miles on the clock, averaging 3,554 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 ZRK

MOT Status
Due date passed
81,485
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
81%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
3,554

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading81,485 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,554
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AO53 ZRK 39k50k60k71k81k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,485 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,485 miles
Since last MOT+12,597 miles
PASS
Mileage68,888 miles
Since last MOT+11,740 miles
PASS
Mileage57,148 miles
Since last MOT+11,920 miles
PASS
Mileage45,228 miles
Since last MOT+13,792 miles
PASS
Mileage31,436 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,436 miles
Since last MOT+8,393 miles
PASS
Mileage23,043 miles
Since last MOT+11,650 miles
PASS
Mileage11,393 miles
Since last MOT+5,487 miles
PASS
Mileage5,906 miles
PASS
PASS
Mileage61,059 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,059 miles
Since last MOT+7,473 miles
PASS
Mileage53,586 miles
Since last MOT+9,055 miles
PASS
Mileage44,531 miles
Since last MOT+5,403 miles
PASS
Mileage39,128 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 ZRK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAO — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About AO53 ZRK

What car is AO53 ZRK?

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

What is the mileage of AO53 ZRK?

The last recorded mileage for AO53 ZRK was 81,485 miles, recorded on 4 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AO53 ZRK passed its MOT?

AO53 ZRK has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Sep 2018.

Is AO53 ZRK ULEZ compliant?

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

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