Vehicle summary
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 81,495 miles on the clock, averaging 6,814 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for EY53 LJZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 81,495 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 6,814 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | EY53 LJZ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EY — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EY53 LJZ
What car is EY53 LJZ?
EY53 LJZ is an red Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EY53 LJZ?
The last recorded mileage for EY53 LJZ was 81,495 miles, recorded on 20 Sep 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EY53 LJZ passed its MOT?
EY53 LJZ has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Sep 2013.
Is EY53 LJZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EY53 LJZ 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 EY53 LJZ?
EY53 LJZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.