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 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1988cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 89,079 miles on the clock, averaging 3,424 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for DE53 HVO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 89,079 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,424 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | DE53 HVO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DE53 HVO
What car is DE53 HVO?
DE53 HVO is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DE53 HVO?
The last recorded mileage for DE53 HVO was 89,079 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE53 HVO passed its MOT?
DE53 HVO has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2024.
Is DE53 HVO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE53 HVO 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 DE53 HVO?
DE53 HVO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.