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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 152,591 miles on the clock, averaging 7,587 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for BN53 SKE
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 152,591 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 72 |
| Average per year | 7,587 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | BN53 SKE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BN53 SKE
What car is BN53 SKE?
BN53 SKE is a silver Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BN53 SKE?
The last recorded mileage for BN53 SKE was 152,591 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN53 SKE passed its MOT?
BN53 SKE has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 14 Jul 2021.
Is BN53 SKE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN53 SKE 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 BN53 SKE?
BN53 SKE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.