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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 160,408 miles on the clock, averaging 14,855 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for BL53 CPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,408 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,694 |
| Average per year | 14,855 |
| 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 | BL53 CPU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BL53 CPU
What car is BL53 CPU?
BL53 CPU is a grey Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BL53 CPU?
The last recorded mileage for BL53 CPU was 160,408 miles, recorded on 4 Jul 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL53 CPU passed its MOT?
BL53 CPU has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Jul 2015.
Is BL53 CPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL53 CPU 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 BL53 CPU?
BL53 CPU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.