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 1596cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing once (95% pass rate). It has 50,439 miles on the clock, averaging 2,048 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DC53 AYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 50,439 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,723 |
| Average per year | 2,048 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DC53 AYW |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DC — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DC53 AYW
What car is DC53 AYW?
DC53 AYW is a grey Ford Focus, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Chester in 2004.
What is the mileage of DC53 AYW?
The last recorded mileage for DC53 AYW was 50,439 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DC53 AYW passed its MOT?
DC53 AYW has had 21 MOT tests with an 95% pass rate (20 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Oct 2025.
Is DC53 AYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC53 AYW 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 DC53 AYW?
DC53 AYW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.