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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 6 (50% pass rate). It has 117,550 miles on the clock, averaging 7,617 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 BP53 BWL
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 117,550 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 56 |
| Average per year | 7,617 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | BP53 BWL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BP53 BWL
What car is BP53 BWL?
BP53 BWL is a grey Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BP53 BWL?
The last recorded mileage for BP53 BWL was 117,550 miles, recorded on 17 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP53 BWL passed its MOT?
BP53 BWL has had 12 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (6 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 17 Mar 2017.
Is BP53 BWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP53 BWL 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 BP53 BWL?
BP53 BWL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.