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 6 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 8,951 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for DU53 MVL
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 8,951 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,260 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Duratec 1.8L Petrol (QQDB/QQDA/QQD variants, Focus Mk1/Mk2)
Timing chain and tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DU53 MVL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DU — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DU53 MVL
What car is DU53 MVL?
DU53 MVL is a silver Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DU53 MVL?
The last recorded mileage for DU53 MVL was 8,951 miles, recorded on 26 Sep 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DU53 MVL passed its MOT?
DU53 MVL has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 26 Sep 2011.
Is DU53 MVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DU53 MVL 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 DU53 MVL?
DU53 MVL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.