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 2010 Ford Focus Petrol 1999cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 75,873 miles on the clock, averaging 5,126 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 FF53 DLS
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 | 75,873 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,874 |
| Average per year | 5,126 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (2005–2011), 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 | FF53 DLS |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1999cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FF — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FF53 DLS
What car is FF53 DLS?
FF53 DLS is an black Ford Focus, petrol (1999cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2010.
What is the mileage of FF53 DLS?
The last recorded mileage for FF53 DLS was 75,873 miles, recorded on 1 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FF53 DLS passed its MOT?
FF53 DLS has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 1 Oct 2025.
Is FF53 DLS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FF53 DLS is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is FF53 DLS?
FF53 DLS is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.