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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 57,776 miles on the clock, averaging 5,931 miles per year, 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 GP53 CFU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 57,776 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 5,931 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | GP53 CFU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1988cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GP — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GP53 CFU
What car is GP53 CFU?
GP53 CFU is a silver Ford Focus, petrol (1988cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GP53 CFU?
The last recorded mileage for GP53 CFU was 57,776 miles, recorded on 8 Aug 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP53 CFU passed its MOT?
GP53 CFU has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Aug 2012.
Is GP53 CFU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP53 CFU 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 GP53 CFU?
GP53 CFU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.