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 Petrol 1796cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 128,783 miles on the clock, averaging 14,283 miles per year, above 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 DY53 VSU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 128,783 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,071 |
| Average per year | 14,283 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DY53 VSU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DY — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DY53 VSU
What car is DY53 VSU?
DY53 VSU is a silver Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2004.
What is the mileage of DY53 VSU?
The last recorded mileage for DY53 VSU was 128,783 miles, recorded on 7 Feb 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DY53 VSU passed its MOT?
DY53 VSU has had 7 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (7 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 7 Feb 2013.
Is DY53 VSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY53 VSU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DY53 VSU?
DY53 VSU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.