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EA53 NBK

2003 Ford Focus · Petrol · 1988cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1988cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
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 Petrol 1988cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 59,908 miles on the clock, averaging 6,014 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 EA53 NBK

MOT Status
Due date passed
59,908
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
6,014

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading59,908 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,265
Average per year6,014
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EA53 NBK 20k30k40k50k60k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage59,908 miles
Since last MOT+6,265 miles
PASS
Mileage53,643 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,643 miles
Since last MOT+4,027 miles
PASS
Mileage49,616 miles
Since last MOT+4,225 miles
PASS
Mileage45,391 miles
Since last MOT+4,237 miles
PASS
Mileage41,154 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,151 miles
Since last MOT+7,149 miles
PASS
Mileage34,002 miles
Since last MOT+9,791 miles
PASS
Mileage24,211 miles
Since last MOT+3,996 miles
PASS
Mileage20,215 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.

Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)

Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA53 NBK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1988cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About EA53 NBK

What car is EA53 NBK?

EA53 NBK is an black Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EA53 NBK?

The last recorded mileage for EA53 NBK was 59,908 miles, recorded on 23 May 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA53 NBK passed its MOT?

EA53 NBK has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 May 2013.

Is EA53 NBK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA53 NBK 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 EA53 NBK?

EA53 NBK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.