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FD53 HKX

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Grey Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 2004 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 141,760 miles on the clock, averaging 7,505 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for FD53 HKX

MOT Status
Due date passed
141,760
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
7,505

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading141,760 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,625
Average per year7,505
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FD53 HKX 62k82k102k122k142k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage141,760 miles
Since last MOT+8,625 miles
PASS
Mileage133,135 miles
Since last MOT+10,256 miles
PASS
Mileage122,879 miles
Since last MOT+6,844 miles
PASS
Mileage116,035 miles
Since last MOT+16,522 miles
PASS
Mileage99,513 miles
PASS
Mileage114,692 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,685 miles
Since last MOT+6,625 miles
PASS
Mileage108,060 miles
Since last MOT+16,997 miles
PASS
Mileage91,063 miles
Since last MOT+14,452 miles
PASS
Mileage76,611 miles
Since last MOT+14,983 miles
PASS
Mileage61,628 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,628 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.

Timing belt failure

Belt snaps, bending exhaust valves (interference engine design).

Thermostat housing (plastic flange)

Plastic deforms/cracks, causing coolant leaks at joint.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 HKX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeFD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About FD53 HKX

What car is FD53 HKX?

FD53 HKX is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.

What is the mileage of FD53 HKX?

The last recorded mileage for FD53 HKX was 141,760 miles, recorded on 24 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FD53 HKX passed its MOT?

FD53 HKX has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Aug 2017.

Is FD53 HKX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD53 HKX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is FD53 HKX?

FD53 HKX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.