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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 83,191 miles on the clock, averaging 5,065 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for AX53 DXW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 83,191 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 5,065 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | AX53 DXW |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AX — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AX53 DXW
What car is AX53 DXW?
AX53 DXW is an grey Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AX53 DXW?
The last recorded mileage for AX53 DXW was 83,191 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AX53 DXW passed its MOT?
AX53 DXW has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2020.
Is AX53 DXW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX53 DXW 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 AX53 DXW?
AX53 DXW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.