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ES53 XST

2006 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine2521cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 2006 Ford Focus Petrol 2521cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 130,072 miles on the clock, averaging 5,495 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.5 Focus ST engine is known for duratec st (2.5l petrol) and coolant consumption.

MOT & Mileage History for ES53 XST

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
130,072
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2009
83%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,495

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading130,072 miles
Reading date
Miles last year527
Average per year5,495
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ES53 XST 38k61k84k107k130k '09'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage130,072 miles
Since last MOT+527 miles
PASS
Mileage129,545 miles
Since last MOT+744 miles
PASS
Mileage128,801 miles
Since last MOT+800 miles
PASS
Mileage128,001 miles
Since last MOT+1,169 miles
PASS
Mileage126,832 miles
Since last MOT+725 miles
PASS
Mileage126,107 miles
Since last MOT+1,578 miles
PASS
Mileage124,529 miles
Since last MOT+1,540 miles
PASS
Mileage122,989 miles
Since last MOT+2,472 miles
PASS
Mileage120,517 miles
Since last MOT+2,440 miles
PASS
Mileage118,077 miles
Since last MOT+5,387 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,690 miles
Since last MOT+6,464 miles
PASS
Mileage106,226 miles
Since last MOT+12,943 miles
PASS
Mileage93,283 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,283 miles
Since last MOT+39,427 miles
PASS
Mileage53,856 miles
PASS
Mileage70,087 miles
Since last MOT+15,933 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,154 miles
Since last MOT+15,699 miles
PASS
Mileage38,455 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Focus

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (2005–2011), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Duratec ST (2.5L Petrol)

Coolant consumption (engine block porosity or internal leakage suspected)

Engine consumes coolant without visible external leaks; possible porosity in block or head, leading to gradual loss.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationES53 XST
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeES — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About ES53 XST

What car is ES53 XST?

ES53 XST is an black Ford Focus, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.

What is the mileage of ES53 XST?

The last recorded mileage for ES53 XST was 130,072 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ES53 XST passed its MOT?

ES53 XST has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 Nov 2025.

Is ES53 XST ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ES53 XST is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is ES53 XST?

ES53 XST is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.