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 1988cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 126,308 miles on the clock, averaging 5,755 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 EF53 OBJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 126,308 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,755 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | EF53 OBJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EF53 OBJ
What car is EF53 OBJ?
EF53 OBJ is an green Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of EF53 OBJ?
The last recorded mileage for EF53 OBJ was 126,308 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF53 OBJ passed its MOT?
EF53 OBJ has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2024.
Is EF53 OBJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF53 OBJ 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 EF53 OBJ?
EF53 OBJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.