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 20 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 73,172 miles on the clock, averaging 2,950 miles per year, well 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 FL53 UAF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 73,172 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,048 |
| Average per year | 2,950 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | FL53 UAF |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FL53 UAF
What car is FL53 UAF?
FL53 UAF is an blue Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FL53 UAF?
The last recorded mileage for FL53 UAF was 73,172 miles, recorded on 23 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL53 UAF passed its MOT?
FL53 UAF has had 20 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (20 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 23 Aug 2025.
Is FL53 UAF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL53 UAF 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 FL53 UAF?
FL53 UAF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.