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EX53 AWJ

2003 Ford Focus · Petrol · 1988cc

Grey Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1988cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1988cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 31,090 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.

MOT & Mileage History for EX53 AWJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
31,090
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading31,090 miles
Reading date
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EX53 AWJ 31k31k31k31k31k '06'06'06

Check EX53 AWJ

Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage31,090 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,090 miles
Since last MOT+115 miles
PASS
Mileage30,975 miles

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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

RegistrationEX53 AWJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1988cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About EX53 AWJ

What car is EX53 AWJ?

EX53 AWJ is an grey Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EX53 AWJ?

The last recorded mileage for EX53 AWJ was 31,090 miles, recorded on 23 Aug 2006 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX53 AWJ passed its MOT?

EX53 AWJ has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Aug 2006.

Is EX53 AWJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX53 AWJ 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 AWJ?

EX53 AWJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.