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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 99,351 miles on the clock, averaging 6,152 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 BD53 HGC
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 99,351 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,237 |
| Average per year | 6,152 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | BD53 HGC |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BD53 HGC
What car is BD53 HGC?
BD53 HGC is a black Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BD53 HGC?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 HGC was 99,351 miles, recorded on 26 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 HGC passed its MOT?
BD53 HGC has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Oct 2018.
Is BD53 HGC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 HGC 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 BD53 HGC?
BD53 HGC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.