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FM53 CVN

2004 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourSilver
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 91,195 miles on the clock, averaging 6,696 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 FM53 CVN

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,195
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2007
60%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,696

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 reading91,195 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,717
Average per year6,696
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FM53 CVN 28k44k60k75k91k '07'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage91,195 miles
Since last MOT+2,717 miles
PASS
Mileage88,478 miles
Since last MOT+6,498 miles
PASS
Mileage81,980 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,980 miles
Since last MOT+7,130 miles
PASS
Mileage74,850 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,849 miles
Since last MOT+6,958 miles
PASS
Mileage67,891 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,891 miles
Since last MOT+7,581 miles
PASS
Mileage60,310 miles
Since last MOT+8,800 miles
PASS
Mileage51,510 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,508 miles
Since last MOT+8,242 miles
PASS
Mileage43,266 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,265 miles
Since last MOT+7,151 miles
PASS
Mileage36,114 miles
Since last MOT+8,071 miles
PASS
Mileage28,043 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

RegistrationFM53 CVN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeFM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About FM53 CVN

What car is FM53 CVN?

FM53 CVN is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.

What is the mileage of FM53 CVN?

The last recorded mileage for FM53 CVN was 91,195 miles, recorded on 1 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM53 CVN passed its MOT?

FM53 CVN has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 1 Jul 2016.

Is FM53 CVN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM53 CVN 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 FM53 CVN?

FM53 CVN is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.