Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Focus Petrol 1988cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 141,180 miles on the clock, averaging 9,947 miles per year, above 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 UHJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 141,180 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,730 |
| Average per year | 9,947 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 UHJ |
| 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 UHJ
What car is ET53 UHJ?
ET53 UHJ is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of ET53 UHJ?
The last recorded mileage for ET53 UHJ was 141,180 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET53 UHJ passed its MOT?
ET53 UHJ has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 17 Apr 2019.
Is ET53 UHJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET53 UHJ 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 UHJ?
ET53 UHJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.