Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1796cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 132,993 miles on the clock, averaging 11,942 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for EY53 MBO
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 132,993 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,942 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EY53 MBO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EY — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EY53 MBO
What car is EY53 MBO?
EY53 MBO is an grey Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EY53 MBO?
The last recorded mileage for EY53 MBO was 132,993 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EY53 MBO passed its MOT?
EY53 MBO has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 31 Jan 2014.
Is EY53 MBO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EY53 MBO 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 MBO?
EY53 MBO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.