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 1596cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 3 (87% pass rate). It has 26,780 miles on the clock, averaging 969 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DE53 HXY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 26,780 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 61 |
| Average per year | 969 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DE53 HXY |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| 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 HXY
What car is DE53 HXY?
DE53 HXY is a red Ford Focus, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DE53 HXY?
The last recorded mileage for DE53 HXY was 26,780 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE53 HXY passed its MOT?
DE53 HXY has had 23 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (20 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Nov 2024.
Is DE53 HXY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE53 HXY 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 HXY?
DE53 HXY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.