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 1796cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 68,123 miles on the clock, averaging 4,206 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for DK53 EMX
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 68,123 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,206 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DK53 EMX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DK — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DK53 EMX
What car is DK53 EMX?
DK53 EMX is a silver Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DK53 EMX?
The last recorded mileage for DK53 EMX was 68,123 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DK53 EMX passed its MOT?
DK53 EMX has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 20 Nov 2020.
Is DK53 EMX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DK53 EMX 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 DK53 EMX?
DK53 EMX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.