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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 62,207 miles on the clock, averaging 4,251 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BG53 YDE
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 62,207 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,733 |
| Average per year | 4,251 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG53 YDE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BG53 YDE
What car is BG53 YDE?
BG53 YDE is a grey Ford Focus, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BG53 YDE?
The last recorded mileage for BG53 YDE was 62,207 miles, recorded on 2 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG53 YDE passed its MOT?
BG53 YDE has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Aug 2018.
Is BG53 YDE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG53 YDE 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 YDE?
BG53 YDE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.