Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1796cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 143,131 miles on the clock, averaging 11,524 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for CE53 DYT
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 143,131 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,244 |
| Average per year | 11,524 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CE53 DYT |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CE53 DYT
What car is CE53 DYT?
CE53 DYT is a green Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.
What is the mileage of CE53 DYT?
The last recorded mileage for CE53 DYT was 143,131 miles, recorded on 23 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE53 DYT passed its MOT?
CE53 DYT has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 23 Jun 2017.
Is CE53 DYT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE53 DYT 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 CE53 DYT?
CE53 DYT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.