Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1988cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 160,370 miles on the clock, averaging 8,212 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 EX53 AVM
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 160,370 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,448 |
| Average per year | 8,212 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | EX53 AVM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EX53 AVM
What car is EX53 AVM?
EX53 AVM is an blue Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EX53 AVM?
The last recorded mileage for EX53 AVM was 160,370 miles, recorded on 9 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX53 AVM passed its MOT?
EX53 AVM has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 9 Jul 2019.
Is EX53 AVM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX53 AVM 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 EX53 AVM?
EX53 AVM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.