Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Focus Petrol 1988cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 126,032 miles on the clock, averaging 7,814 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 ET53 SKO
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 126,032 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -36,597 |
| Average per year | 7,814 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | ET53 SKO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ET — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ET53 SKO
What car is ET53 SKO?
ET53 SKO is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of ET53 SKO?
The last recorded mileage for ET53 SKO was 126,032 miles, recorded on 18 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET53 SKO passed its MOT?
ET53 SKO has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 18 Mar 2021.
Is ET53 SKO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET53 SKO 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 ET53 SKO?
ET53 SKO is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.