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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 121,413 miles on the clock, averaging 8,986 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 BF53 LHT
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 121,413 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,134 |
| Average per year | 8,986 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | BF53 LHT |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BF — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BF53 LHT
What car is BF53 LHT?
BF53 LHT is a grey Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BF53 LHT?
The last recorded mileage for BF53 LHT was 121,413 miles, recorded on 26 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BF53 LHT passed its MOT?
BF53 LHT has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 26 Oct 2015.
Is BF53 LHT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BF53 LHT 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 BF53 LHT?
BF53 LHT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.