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DU53 MJO

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1753cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 166,879 miles on the clock, averaging 11,438 miles per year, above 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 DU53 MJO

MOT Status
Due date passed
166,879
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
11,438

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading166,879 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,799
Average per year11,438
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DU53 MJO 48k77k107k137k167k '06'17'12

Check DU53 MJO

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage166,879 miles
Since last MOT+6,799 miles
PASS
Mileage160,080 miles
Since last MOT+2,734 miles
FAIL
Mileage157,346 miles
Since last MOT+18,383 miles
PASS
Mileage138,963 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage138,963 miles
Since last MOT+14,294 miles
PASS
Mileage124,669 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,669 miles
Since last MOT+9,944 miles
PASS
Mileage114,725 miles
Since last MOT+93 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,632 miles
Since last MOT+12,095 miles
PASS
Mileage102,537 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,536 miles
Since last MOT+16,685 miles
PASS
Mileage85,851 miles
Since last MOT+1,155 miles
PASS
Mileage84,696 miles
Since last MOT+7,632 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,064 miles
Since last MOT+14,247 miles
PASS
Mileage62,817 miles
Since last MOT+15,316 miles
PASS
Mileage47,501 miles

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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

RegistrationDU53 MJO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeDU — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About DU53 MJO

What car is DU53 MJO?

DU53 MJO is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.

What is the mileage of DU53 MJO?

The last recorded mileage for DU53 MJO was 166,879 miles, recorded on 6 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DU53 MJO passed its MOT?

DU53 MJO has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Mar 2017.

Is DU53 MJO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DU53 MJO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is DU53 MJO?

DU53 MJO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.