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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 83,153 miles on the clock, averaging 7,740 miles per year, around 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 UFU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 83,153 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,526 |
| Average per year | 7,740 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 UFU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 UFU
What car is BD53 UFU?
BD53 UFU is a grey Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BD53 UFU?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 UFU was 83,153 miles, recorded on 2 Dec 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 UFU passed its MOT?
BD53 UFU has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Dec 2013.
Is BD53 UFU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 UFU 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 UFU?
BD53 UFU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.