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 Diesel 1753cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 10 (47% pass rate). It has 152,239 miles on the clock, averaging 8,773 miles per year, around 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 DF53 LLA
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 152,239 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,773 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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.
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
| Registration | DF53 LLA |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DF53 LLA
What car is DF53 LLA?
DF53 LLA is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chester in 2004.
What is the mileage of DF53 LLA?
The last recorded mileage for DF53 LLA was 152,239 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF53 LLA passed its MOT?
DF53 LLA has had 19 MOT tests with a 47% pass rate (9 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2016.
Is DF53 LLA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF53 LLA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DF53 LLA?
DF53 LLA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.