Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1796cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 111,679 miles on the clock, averaging 8,576 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for GK53 VUY
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 111,679 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 32 |
| Average per year | 8,576 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GK53 VUY |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GK — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GK53 VUY
What car is GK53 VUY?
GK53 VUY is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GK53 VUY?
The last recorded mileage for GK53 VUY was 111,679 miles, recorded on 19 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK53 VUY passed its MOT?
GK53 VUY has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 May 2016.
Is GK53 VUY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK53 VUY 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 GK53 VUY?
GK53 VUY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.