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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 81,760 miles on the clock, averaging 9,486 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for FV53 EXJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 81,760 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,388 |
| Average per year | 9,486 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | FV53 EXJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FV53 EXJ
What car is FV53 EXJ?
FV53 EXJ is an blue Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2003.
What is the mileage of FV53 EXJ?
The last recorded mileage for FV53 EXJ was 81,760 miles, recorded on 22 Oct 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV53 EXJ passed its MOT?
FV53 EXJ has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Oct 2012.
Is FV53 EXJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV53 EXJ 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 FV53 EXJ?
FV53 EXJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.