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CV53 UYX

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Silver Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 126,844 miles on the clock, averaging 9,819 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 CV53 UYX

MOT Status
Due date passed
126,844
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
9,819

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading126,844 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,624
Average per year9,819
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CV53 UYX 44k65k85k106k127k '06'15'11

Check CV53 UYX

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage126,844 miles
Since last MOT+11,624 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,220 miles
Since last MOT+6,530 miles
PASS
Mileage108,690 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,690 miles
Since last MOT+8,489 miles
PASS
Mileage100,201 miles
Since last MOT+9,162 miles
PASS
Mileage91,039 miles
Since last MOT+9,902 miles
PASS
Mileage81,137 miles
Since last MOT+9,164 miles
PASS
Mileage71,973 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,973 miles
Since last MOT+15,242 miles
PASS
Mileage56,731 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,731 miles
Since last MOT+12,902 miles
PASS
Mileage43,829 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

RegistrationCV53 UYX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeCV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About CV53 UYX

What car is CV53 UYX?

CV53 UYX is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.

What is the mileage of CV53 UYX?

The last recorded mileage for CV53 UYX was 126,844 miles, recorded on 28 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CV53 UYX passed its MOT?

CV53 UYX has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Feb 2015.

Is CV53 UYX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV53 UYX 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 CV53 UYX?

CV53 UYX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.