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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 111,012 miles on the clock, averaging 5,219 miles per year, 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 DS53 FRS
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
Below average| Latest reading | 111,012 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,219 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | DS53 FRS |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DS53 FRS
What car is DS53 FRS?
DS53 FRS is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DS53 FRS?
The last recorded mileage for DS53 FRS was 111,012 miles, recorded on 30 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS53 FRS passed its MOT?
DS53 FRS has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Apr 2026.
Is DS53 FRS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS53 FRS 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 DS53 FRS?
DS53 FRS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.