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 2004 Ford Focus Petrol 1988cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 85,306 miles on the clock, averaging 7,001 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for BG53 YJP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 85,306 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 7,001 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | BG53 YJP |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BG53 YJP
What car is BG53 YJP?
BG53 YJP is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BG53 YJP?
The last recorded mileage for BG53 YJP was 85,306 miles, recorded on 24 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG53 YJP passed its MOT?
BG53 YJP has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Jun 2016.
Is BG53 YJP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG53 YJP is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, 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 YJP?
BG53 YJP is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.