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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 106,974 miles on the clock, averaging 6,861 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 BL53 OEB
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 106,974 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,861 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 OEB |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BL53 OEB
What car is BL53 OEB?
BL53 OEB is a grey Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BL53 OEB?
The last recorded mileage for BL53 OEB was 106,974 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL53 OEB passed its MOT?
BL53 OEB has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2019.
Is BL53 OEB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL53 OEB 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 OEB?
BL53 OEB is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.