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 1596cc has had 30 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 12 (60% pass rate). It has 165,528 miles on the clock, averaging 5,539 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BD53 VHK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 165,528 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14 |
| Average per year | 5,539 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 30 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD53 VHK |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BD53 VHK
What car is BD53 VHK?
BD53 VHK is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BD53 VHK?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 VHK was 165,528 miles, recorded on 27 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 VHK passed its MOT?
BD53 VHK has had 30 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (18 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 27 Sep 2023.
Is BD53 VHK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 VHK 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 VHK?
BD53 VHK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.