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 1989cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 203,172 miles on the clock, averaging 14,519 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 BN53 TWF
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 203,172 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,258 |
| Average per year | 14,519 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 TWF |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1989cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BN53 TWF
What car is BN53 TWF?
BN53 TWF is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1989cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BN53 TWF?
The last recorded mileage for BN53 TWF was 203,172 miles, recorded on 19 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN53 TWF passed its MOT?
BN53 TWF has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Oct 2018.
Is BN53 TWF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN53 TWF 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 TWF?
BN53 TWF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.