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FJ53 OCE

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
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 2003 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 108,308 miles on the clock, averaging 5,864 miles per year, below 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 FJ53 OCE

MOT Status
Due date passed
108,308
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
5,864

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading108,308 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,073
Average per year5,864
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FJ53 OCE 48k63k78k93k108k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,308 miles
PASS
PASS
Mileage103,235 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,234 miles
Since last MOT+5,010 miles
PASS
Mileage98,224 miles
Since last MOT+6,205 miles
PASS
Mileage92,019 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,019 miles
Since last MOT+6,819 miles
PASS
Mileage85,200 miles
Since last MOT+6,126 miles
PASS
Mileage79,074 miles
Since last MOT+7,291 miles
PASS
Mileage71,783 miles
Since last MOT+7,984 miles
PASS
Mileage63,799 miles
Since last MOT+8,482 miles
PASS
Mileage55,317 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,317 miles
Since last MOT+7,809 miles
PASS
Mileage47,508 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

RegistrationFJ53 OCE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFJ — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About FJ53 OCE

What car is FJ53 OCE?

FJ53 OCE is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FJ53 OCE?

The last recorded mileage for FJ53 OCE was 108,308 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FJ53 OCE passed its MOT?

FJ53 OCE has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2017.

Is FJ53 OCE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FJ53 OCE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is FJ53 OCE?

FJ53 OCE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.