Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1796cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 131,966 miles on the clock, averaging 7,504 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for BG53 FDU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 131,966 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 7,504 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Duratec 1.8L Petrol (QQDB/QQDA/QQD variants, Focus Mk1/Mk2)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG53 FDU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BG53 FDU
What car is BG53 FDU?
BG53 FDU is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BG53 FDU?
The last recorded mileage for BG53 FDU was 131,966 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG53 FDU passed its MOT?
BG53 FDU has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Nov 2020.
Is BG53 FDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG53 FDU 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 BG53 FDU?
BG53 FDU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.