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CE53 MJK

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1753cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 198,761 miles on the clock, averaging 18,274 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for CE53 MJK

MOT Status
Due date passed
198,761
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
18,274

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading198,761 miles
Reading date
Miles last year20,651
Average per year18,274
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CE53 MJK 22k66k110k155k199k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage198,761 miles
Since last MOT+20,651 miles
PASS
Mileage178,110 miles
Since last MOT+25,441 miles
PASS
Mileage152,669 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage152,669 miles
Since last MOT+18,244 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,425 miles
Since last MOT+15,763 miles
PASS
Mileage118,662 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,643 miles
Since last MOT+14,016 miles
PASS
Mileage104,627 miles
Since last MOT+14,542 miles
PASS
Mileage90,085 miles
Since last MOT+26,211 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,874 miles
Since last MOT+25,460 miles
PASS
Mileage38,414 miles
Since last MOT+16,552 miles
PASS
Mileage21,862 miles

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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.

Timing belt failure

Belt snaps, bending exhaust valves (interference engine design).

Thermostat housing (plastic flange)

Plastic deforms/cracks, causing coolant leaks at joint.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 MJK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeCE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About CE53 MJK

What car is CE53 MJK?

CE53 MJK is a green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.

What is the mileage of CE53 MJK?

The last recorded mileage for CE53 MJK was 198,761 miles, recorded on 23 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CE53 MJK passed its MOT?

CE53 MJK has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 23 Feb 2016.

Is CE53 MJK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE53 MJK is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is CE53 MJK?

CE53 MJK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.