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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 103,709 miles on the clock, averaging 8,574 miles per year, around 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 SYE
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 103,709 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,268 |
| Average per year | 8,574 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | EA53 SYE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EA — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EA53 SYE
What car is EA53 SYE?
EA53 SYE is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EA53 SYE?
The last recorded mileage for EA53 SYE was 103,709 miles, recorded on 10 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA53 SYE passed its MOT?
EA53 SYE has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 10 Mar 2016.
Is EA53 SYE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA53 SYE 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 SYE?
EA53 SYE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.