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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 5 (80% pass rate). It has 122,703 miles on the clock, averaging 5,179 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 FD53 AAV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 122,703 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,950 |
| Average per year | 5,179 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | FD53 AAV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FD53 AAV
What car is FD53 AAV?
FD53 AAV is an blue Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FD53 AAV?
The last recorded mileage for FD53 AAV was 122,703 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD53 AAV passed its MOT?
FD53 AAV has had 25 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (20 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2025.
Is FD53 AAV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD53 AAV 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 FD53 AAV?
FD53 AAV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.