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 1596cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 5 (80% pass rate). It has 158,845 miles on the clock, averaging 6,390 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BL53 DHC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 158,845 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 615 |
| Average per year | 6,390 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL53 DHC |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BL53 DHC
What car is BL53 DHC?
BL53 DHC is a black Ford Focus, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BL53 DHC?
The last recorded mileage for BL53 DHC was 158,845 miles, recorded on 3 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL53 DHC passed its MOT?
BL53 DHC has had 25 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (20 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Nov 2025.
Is BL53 DHC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL53 DHC 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 BL53 DHC?
BL53 DHC is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.